What happens to your mind and body when you quit booze?
Thinking of ditching the bottle for a while? Here’s what you can expect.
How to protect yourself from salmonella poisoning
Health experts have flagged a recent rise in salmonella poisoning caused by backyard chooks. Which other common culprits should you watch out for?
Drunkorexia: The dangers of alarming drinking trend
Skipping meals before binge-drinking, or exercising solely to offset alcohol-induced calories – ‘drunkorexia’ is becoming more common, and it is worrying experts.
Who is most at risk of developing a serious coronavirus case?
For many, coronavirus symptoms are akin to having a cold or mild flu. But the disease does pose a greater threat to some people – this is what you need…
What we know so far about COVID-19
In just a few months, coronavirus has become a global pandemic. Here’s what you need to know about the fast-spreading COVID-19.
‘Ovarian cancer was brutal, but it made me’
Maree Taifalos was diagnosed with ovarian cancer just after her 21st birthday. Eight years later, she’s not only healthy – she’s grateful for what her cancer taught her.
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 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.
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.
Is vaping safe? What to know about e-cigarettes
It’s been touted as a way to help smokers kick the habit, but vaping has also been linked to deaths and lung disease. So is it worth the risk?