Tradies warned of deadly diseases linked to silica dust
An Australian-first study has uncovered an “irreversible” link between engineered stone and a lineup of potentially fatal diseases — prompting a major warning to tradies who have been exposed.
An Australian-first study has uncovered an “irreversible” link between engineered stone and a lineup of potentially fatal diseases — prompting a major warning to tradies who have been exposed.
New research has shown that a common hangover cure actually does very little to stop the “misery” of drinking too much.
Experts have uncovered a new connection between Covid and a potentially deadly disease, amid a new variant dubbed XEC.
The beloved founder of a charity which helped Aussies struggling with homelessness and mental health has died at age 40.
A man has made an accidental discovery after blowing his nose and finding something he hadn’t seen in 26 years.
After 26 years and multiple health complications, this man was shocked by what the culprit was.
An elderly man has died after he was forced to wait four hours for an ambulance, the paramedics union said.
An Aussie doctor reveals one important thing all Australians must do when it comes to skin cancer checks, because it turns out timing is crucial.
Aussie music legend Jimmy Barnes has shared a health update with fans as he continues his recovery. See the video.
A navy hero and key witness in a military probe has revealed his biggest fear and what needs to happen moving forward.
As the sun rises across Australia, so too do thousands of people who meet up in their local community for this ever popular activity.
A 21-year-old woman has revealed how she “grew a uterus” after never going through puberty, realising in primary school she wasn’t the same as other little girls.
Experts have warned against a popular new diet that’s taken the internet by storm, saying it could lead to “heart issues and dementia”.
The younger sister of Kate Moss is speaking out against using Ozempic for weight loss after a harrowing experience with the medication.
The younger sister of British supermodel Kate Moss was rushed to hospital after overdosing on the injectable medication.
Two people have died in one Aussie state from overdosing on a substance initially thought to be cocaine – but health authorities have revealed a much darker picture.
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.
Mark Godfrey never would’ve known he had cancer if he didn’t mention this strange symptom in passing to his GP at the end of his consult, now he lives life in three month blocks.
As more and more Aussies are seeking out medications to help lose weight, here’s what you need to know about them and their risks.
Paris Hedger had only just survived her own life-threatening medical crisis when her world was shattered after her mum tragically died in her sleep.
Experts who back the government’s plan to impose age limits on social media say there are sound reasons why the age should be set at 16, and no earlier.
The Albanese government will introduce a $5.6bn package to help elderly Australians in the aged care sector after finally reaching a deal with the Coalition.
An MP has broken down while he spoke of his son’s suicide — revealing just why he comes into work each day despite being in huge amounts of emotional pain.
New information has been revealed about a would-be assassin of a high-profile man, who allegedly pointed a gun at a car with a child passenger.
New information has been revealed about a would-be assassin of a high-profile man, who allegedly pointed a gun at a car with a child passenger.
A raft of new cost of living measures promises to help struggling renters and free up access to key medicines.
After losing their husbands, Kayla Psaradellis and Nadine Allouche are now on a mission to help others in Australia with the support of boxers Billy Dib and Anthony Mundine. See the video.
A man left doctors baffled after seemingly contracting food poisoning in his penis after eating rice and having “vigorous intercourse”.
A woman in her 20s is facing the possibility of never walking again after a cough triggered a plethora of debilitating disabilities which have left her bed-bound, unable to feed herself.
She is known for her bubbly personality but former Bachelorette star Angie Kent has been facing a private family health battle.
Aussie researchers have discovered an unexpected brain hack that can instantly make you “happier, more creative and less stressed”.
A woman who died a day after being discharged from hospital had passed her illness to her husband, who was put in a coma while his boys mourned.
This father-of-two was told he’d never have a family or make it to 38 years old. Now he’s training for his third ultra-marathon thanks to one big change.
Tens of thousands of Australians are living with a preventable but potentially life-threatening disease – and many don’t even know it.
A 24-year-old has gone viral thanks to her rather unusual choice of career – which people online are horrified by.
Young Aussie worker reveals the comment we have to stop making at work.
Chris Nemeth made the same decision as nearly every Aussie, and his old life was “taken away”. But what came after was simply “cruel”.
An email from the National Disability Insurance Agency has revealed a number of errors in the handling of a teenager’s NDIS plan, apologising for the “stressed this caused” prior to his fatal cardiac arrest.
Little Maxwell Hann contracted the flu, before he knew it his heart stopped beating and doctors were resuscitating him to try and save his life.
Only a small amount of a new drug circulating in Australia can be fatal, with one health body saying “there is no safe dose”. Here’s everything you need to know.
The number of Australians hooked on highly addictive medicines and illicit drugs is spiking hard and drawing comparisons with a devastating marker.
A teenager living with a devastating muscle condition spent the last months of his life in anguish, sending a final desperate text message moments before he died asking whether he had any response from Bill Shorten about the status of his NDIS funding.
Doctors have warned an outbreak of a sexually transmitted disease has led to a sharp increase in the deaths of unborn babies.
A bodybuilder who collapsed in the shower of a 24-hour gym is in an induced coma after he was left undetected for 15 hours.
An Australian-first stem cell treatment was expected to have a life-altering side effect for the young woman.
A strange phenomenon that is changing the shape of our bodies has emerged – and the chances are, it’s happening to you, too.
An employee is suing his former employer after allegedly being let go from his job for peeing in public.
Vaping has shot up in popularity lately and while it’s less harmful than traditional cigarettes, Dr Zac explains that it’s not without risk.
A father-of-two believed he had a cough a few weeks ago. His true diagnosis was life-changing.
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten took aim at “misinformation being peddled by the extremists” after Labor finally passed its stalled reforms in parliament.
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