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‘Concerning’ rise of convict-era disease

Once a hallmark of British slums and the migrant ships of centuries ago, scurvy cases are increasing because of the cost-of-living crisis.

New research has unlocked a possible breast cancer detection method for pregnant and postpartum women. Image: Pexels

Breast milk could be key to early-stage breast cancer detection

Just a drop could save your life

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‘Highest levels’: Urgent health warning

Health authorities are warning the public to be extra wary of gastro symptoms after a spike in cases.

A mother of boys living with Tourette's has criticised Anthony Albanese for using the syndrome to mock shadow treasurer Angus Taylor. Picture: Supplied/ NewsWire

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‘Disgusted’: Albo lashed for Tourette gaffe

The Prime Minister is facing severe backlash after he referenced Tourette syndrome to mock the Coalition’s shadow treasurer.

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A mother of boys living with Tourette's has criticised Anthony Albanese for using the syndrome to mock shadow treasurer Angus Taylor. Picture: Supplied/ NewsWire

‘Insight’: Albo lashed for disability gaffe

The Prime Minister is facing severe backlash after he referenced Tourette syndrome to mock the Coalition’s shadow treasurer.

Sydney student Hugo Russell has been excluded from running by School Sports Australia. Picture: Supplied

Teen barred from running due to genetic condition

Australia’s athletics governing body has ruled people with dwarfism are not allowed to run long distances in organised events.

CANBERRA, Australia - NewsWire Photos - August 21, 2024: NDIS and Government Services Minister Bill Shorten holds a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra: NewsWire / Martin Ollman

Sex therapy, crystals axed in NDIS revamp

Controversial therapies will be officially off limits to NDIS participants, in sweeping new measures set to take effect within days.

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Five generations of men in James Murray's family have had prostate cancer: from great-great-grandfather to James. James, 55, with his dad Robert and his son Max, 19. Picture: Jake Nowakowski

The myths stopping blokes from getting a life-saving prostate check

When Robert Murray uniquely chronicled his health woes with what is today known as prostate cancer, he left his family a life-saving gift. More than 170 years later, we bust the myths about prostate screening.

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One Aussie had a stroke every 11 minutes last year. Picture: iStock

Warning over ‘worrying reality’ of Aussies having strokes

More than 440,000 Australians are living with the effects of a stroke and experts fear the number will continue to soar without urgent action.

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Disability worker charged after 59yo’s death

A disability support worker has been charged following a crash that resulted in the death of a wheelchair-bound passenger.

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Taking this one vitamin could help prevent dementia in women, study finds

A promising discovery

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire photos NOVEMBER 21, 2022: People are seen wearing masks and choosing not to wear them at Circular Quay in Sydney. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Dylan Coker

Covid linked to dangerous disease amid rise of new variant

Experts have uncovered a new connection between Covid and a potentially deadly disease, amid a new variant dubbed XEC.

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Shock stat exposes Aussie dementia reality

A shocking new report has exposed the dire health reality for almost half a million Aussies, as experts warn the figures are expected to double over the next three decades.

Mr Capper believes unfiltered spring water made him sick.

Man ‘slowly dying’ after common act

Many wouldn’t think twice about it, but doctors have grave fears for the young man after her performed a very common act.

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