I started taking ice baths – this is what I learned
Feeling the cold as winter rolls in? That’s nothing compared to what you’ll experience taking ice baths. But people still swear by them, and there’s mounting research to show they’re right.
Health
SPF shock: Aussies burnt as sunscreen claims exposed; best, worst brands revealed
Australians are buying sunscreens they think are SPF 50+ but are actually getting products with alarmingly low levels of protection.
‘Harm’: Mind-boggling amount lost on pokies
One state has a legislative mandate to “minimise harm” from gaming machines, but a troubling new report shows it is failing to protect punters.
NDIS funding changes: What new rules mean for Aussies
The National Disability Insurance Scheme has introduced several new key reforms. Here’s how they will affect participants and the families of those with disabilities.
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Bathroom red flag led to cancer diagnosis
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Vital mental health service seeks support after plea ignored
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These are 14 simple ‘superfoods’ to include in your diet
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‘I took my mum’s ashes to Paris in a drink bottle – we flew business’
An Aussie beauty brand founder flew business class to Paris carrying her mother’s ashes in a designer water bottle the whole way. Find out why.
Real reason Gen Z are so sad
If it seems like all the younger people in your life are sad and anxious, you’re not imagining it – but the cause might not be what you’re expecting.
Common habit sabotaging your sleep
This common daily habit is sending your brain into overdrive while you sleep. Yes, even when you do it hours before bedtime.
Nurse’s tumour ‘should have been detected years ago’
A nurse diagnosed with a brain tumour believes genetic testing could have led to earlier detection, preventing severe symptoms.
Doctor, 102, reveals ‘enemy of longevity’
A 102-year-old doctor recently revealed how he has stayed sharp, driven and active well into his second century.
‘Darkest days’: Influencer’s ‘constant’ struggle
From depression to anxiety and an “aggressive” eating disorder, mental health challenges have been a constant part of a hugely popular Aussie influencer’s journey.
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