Global conflicts weigh on Australians’ mental health, Commission says
Rising geopolitical tensions overseas are having a ripple effect at home, with Australia’s national mental health authority acknowledging the distress many people are experiencing...
Five practical ways to quit smoking and vaping
Deciding to stop smoking or vaping can feel daunting, but health experts say preparation and support can make the process more manageable. With rates...
Restoring the balance: Why women’s health deserves greater attention
International Women’s Day is often filled with celebrations of women’s achievements in business, science, leadership and community life. Yet it should also be a...
Eye injection policy dropped after cost warnings
The Federal Government has withdrawn a planned policy change affecting sight saving eye injections, after warnings that patients could face higher out of pocket...
Hospital strain persists as emergency waits and surgery delays continue, AMA says
Australians are still facing lengthy waits for emergency care and planned surgery as public hospitals struggle to keep pace with demand, according to the...
Community members invited to review food allergy guide before translation
People who speak multiple languages are being asked to help review a food allergy guide aimed at improving support for culturally diverse patients before...
The great sex slowdown: Young people are opting out of intimacy
Rates of sexual activity have declined across age groups and countries, with younger people most affected, according to neuroscientist and author Debra Soh, who...
Health experts urge bowel cancer screening as free tests made available for eligible Victorians
Doctors are urging Victorians aged 45 to 74, including those from Punjabi communities, to complete regular screening for Bowel cancer every two years, as...
The pressure to be the “Perfect Mum”
Pregnancy is often painted as a glowing season. In many Indian families, it is also a season of blessings, rituals, and high expectations. So...
Doctors gather in Canberra to push for prevention funding and workforce reform
Medical leaders from more than 50 colleges, associations and societies are meeting in Canberra on Monday to examine pressures on Australia’s health system and...