Cancer alert: The five habits of highly at-risk young Qld men
Young Queensland men love the gym but several factors are putting them at risk of cancer, new research has revealed.
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‘NDIS tax’: Warning over patients being slugged more
Similar to a “wedding tax”, the National Insurance Disability Insurance Agency claims providers are slapping on an “NDIS tax” for some therapies.
TikTok trend damaging young girls’ health
A groundbreaking new study has revealed an “insidious” new social media trend that is damaging the health of teenagers, with girls as young as 7 taking part.
Pregnant woman’s long wait for a psychologist after double tragedy
A grieving young mother-to-be devastated by the loss of her brother and then her partner within weeks of each other has been waiting months for a psychologist appointment in Qld’s strained mental health system.
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Mum’s warning as flu cases surge
Hannah Casey couldn’t get out of bed for a week when she was struck down with the flu while pregnant with her fourth child. ALL YOUR FLU QUESTIONS ANSWERED
‘Smoke-free’: Big call on beachside tourist spot
A popular beach town could go “smoke-free” under a major proposed health shake-up from the local council.
‘Smoke-free’: Big call on beachside tourist spot
A popular beach town could go “smoke-free” under a major proposed health shake-up from the local council.
How AFL star overcame hardship that left him ‘very depressed’
Rory Lobb would pretend to be sick so he could stay home from school and avoid cruel bullies. Now, the footy star is speaking out to encourage others to open up.
Aussie doctor guilty of sickening patient act
A NSW doctor who “tweaked” a patient’s nipples and told her he could give her “the best orgasm of your life” has learned his fate.
Stop eating sausage sizzles right now
The shocking truth about sausage sizzles upset many Australians last week. But is it enough to stop us eating them entirely?
‘I was relieved when my dad took his life’
After Jas Rawlinson’s dad took his own life, something truly scary happened that she never saw coming.
One in five Gen Zs have this habit. But it’s not seen as cool
Almost one in five Gen Zs has this very unhealthy habit. But it’s starting to lose its lustre. This is why.
Big change to paid parental leave
Expecting parents and carers will be in luck this new financial year, with a big change coming to the paid parental leave scheme.
Why I’m worried to enter the workforce
Young workers are concerned about starting their careers due to how they fear this one thing will be received.
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