Things to do instead of drinking alcohol
Cutting back on booze can be a real challenge. This is why it’s so hard to quit – and how to stay ‘dry’ if the going gets tough.
What the experts say about sunscreen safety
A new study shows sunscreen chemicals can soak into the bloodstream at levels higher than previously thought. But there’s no need to rethink your approach to sun protection just yet,…
‘Shockingly’ easy: Busting the myths around public access defibrillators
It can be easier than you think to save the life of someone suffering a cardiac arrest.
What is causing my child’s skin allergy?
Some everyday products can trigger skin reactions in children, so avoiding these top allergy causes can provide some welcome relief.
How can bushfire smoke affect your health?
With bushfire smoke haze blanketing parts of Australia, there are a few things you should do to reduce health risks.
The best things we’ve learnt about health in 2019
We’ve become a little wiser about our health this year, as science has found new ways to help us live longer and better.
New alcohol guidelines rethink how much is safe to drink
Australians are being warned to cut the number of alcoholic drinks they consume each week, in the first review of official health guidelines in 10 years.
The top health killers of women
These are the key health threats facing Australian women in 2019.
Why paracetamol in pregnancy is cause for caution, not alarm
While some studies have raised concern about paracetamol use during pregnancy, current advice is the popular pain relief does not need to be entirely ruled out.
5 myths about HRT you may need to rethink
Hormone replacement therapy is often the first line of treatment for menopausal women, but it’s not without its controversy and confusion. Experts bust some common misconceptions.