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One simple act can help heal sick babies.

One simple act can help heal sick babies

New Australian research has found one simple act can help unwell babies overcome severe illness.

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Airlines could reap a surprising windfall from GLP-1 weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic.

Why airlines could reap a windfall from weight-loss drugs

As people slim down with the help of weight-loss drugs, airlines could be among the surprise beneficiaries, a new report suggests.

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Professor Stephen Robson has become the first Australian patient taking part in a new pancreatic cancer test.

First Aussie patient takes test to detect deadly cancer before symptoms appear

‘I’ve seen many of my relatives lose their lives to this terrible disease. I want that to stop with us.’

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In the billion-dollar race to commercialise psychedelic medicine, psilocybin, a naturally occurring hallucinogen better known as magic mushrooms has decisively pulled ahead of the pack.

Can shrooms actually help with mental illness?

THE NEW YORK TIMES: In the billion-dollar race to commercialise psychedelic medicine, psilocybin, a naturally occurring hallucinogen better known as magic mushrooms has decisively pulled ahead of the pack.

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Bring back whole food, our metabolic future depends on it.

Bring back whole food, our metabolic future depends on it

BECK NEWTON: People are following the guidelines. The problem is that the local guidelines haven’t followed the evidence.

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Dr Ginny Mansberg has told Sunrise viewers to brace for a brutal flu season.

Doctor’s warning as thousands fall ill amid outbreak of ‘Super K’ flu strain

‘You’re going to feel absolutely dreadful. And those who are vulnerable can end up in hospital or worse.’

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Susan Judd lost 10kg rapidly after turning to weight-loss injections.

‘I thought it was ageing’: New hidden risks revealed for users of weight-loss jabs

One simple thing could prevent people using the ‘miracle’ drugs from sustaining long-term health consequences.

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The United States’ childhood vaccine schedule has been overhauled, with routine vaccination against six diseases that can be serious or even deadly, not recommended.

What to know about vaccines cut from recommendations in US

The United States’ childhood vaccine schedule has been overhauled, with routine vaccination against six diseases that can be serious or even deadly, not recommended.

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Different personality types may be more prone to mental burnout.

Why being a perfectionist is terrible for your health

Back at work for merely days and already burnt-out? Your workplace or boss might not be the problem.

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With 2025 done and dusted, and another busy holiday season wrapped up, pause to spare a thought for your brain.

Nine ways to take care of your mental health in 2026

With 2025 done and dusted and another busy holiday season wrapped up, pause to spare a thought for your brain.

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Walking is good for your body. But can it be your only form of exercise?

Should walking be your whole workout?

Walking is good for your body. But can it be your only form of exercise?

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Pop star Jesy Nelson has revealed her twin daughters have been diagnosed with a devastating health condition that means it is unlikely they will ever be able to walk.

Little Mix star reveals twin babies’ devastating diagnosis

Pop star Jesy Nelson has revealed her twin daughters have been diagnosed with a rare health condition that means it is unlikely they will ever be able to walk. 

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