‘Our sons are alive thanks to blood donors’
A single blood donation can save up to three lives – so why aren’t more of us doing it?
What you need to know about the flu vaccine in 2019
After one of the worst summer flu season in years, Australians are being warned not to be complacent about vaccinations and hygiene as we head into autumn and winter.
Are you at risk? Measles spike prompts immunisation warnings
With the number of measles cases in Australia surging towards a five-year high, we’re being urged to check our immunisation history.
The two most important things you can do for your brain
There’s truth in the old adage, “healthy body, healthy mind”.
10 reasons to take a break from alcohol
Thinking about taking an alcohol hiatus but unsure how you’ll survive without your evening glass of sav blanc? This may just be the incentive you need.
Is a low-gluten diet good for you?
Gluten has become a dirty word for some, but is there really any benefit in reducing or excluding it in your daily diet?
What you need to know about antibiotics
They were the miracle medicines hailed for saving millions of lives. But the overuse of antibiotics has opened the floodgates to resistant bugs.
What’s behind the new pregnancy warnings on alcohol labels?
Alcohol bottles will soon carry labels warning against drinking while pregnant. Here’s why.
Is DNA testing the latest fitness device?
A new test is utilising the latest science has to offer to give Aussies the edge when it comes to tailoring their approach to health and fitness.
Should you keep taking your daily aspirin dose?
Thousands of older Australians take low-dose aspirin believing it will help them live longer – but it may be doing more harm than good, a major study has found.