Health

Australian Unity chief executive Rohan Mead said AI had the potential to free up 30 per cent of a clinician’s time.

BCA calls to revamp paper-based healthcare systems

Modernising Australia’s paper-based and fax-reliant health system is essential to cut costs, lift productivity and meet the demands of an ageing population, a new report has found. 

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Opioids continue to account for the most drug overdose deaths in Australia.

Drug overdose deaths spark calls for national action

More Australians are dying from overdoses than from road accidents, as researchers warn the crisis is preventable.

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Evadne Janeke immortalised a special memento from her mother before MND stole her voice and handwriting.

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British pop star Jessie J has been forced to cancel upcoming concert dates, telling fans she feels ‘frustrated and sad.’

‘Frustrated and sad’: Jessie J shares health update

British pop star Jessie J has been forced to cancel upcoming concert dates, telling fans in a new video that she feels ‘frustrated and sad’ as she battles breast cancer.

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A photo of Adam Raine, taken not long before his suicide at 16.

A teen was suicidal, ChatGPT was the friend he confided in

THE NEW YORK TIMES: When 16-year-old Adam requested information about specific suicide methods, ChatGPT supplied it. Now his friends can’t believe he is gone. WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT

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THE NEW YORK TIMES: Who cares if you’re healthy so long as you look good?

Wellness is optional, aesthetics are mandatory.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Our fixation on health as a moral choice makes ‘clean beauty’ feel righteous — and social media turns up the volume.

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Chemist Warehouse was the “standout” performer in Sigma Healthcare’s first set of financial results following the merger.

Chemist Warehouse helps Sigma earnings rocket to $900m

Discount pharmacy juggernaut Chemist Warehouse has delivered a “standout” performance for Sigma Healthcare following their much-hyped merger, helping earnings soar 41 per cent. 

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Reading a food label incorrectly can result in a serious reaction for people living with allergies.

Rash of allergies costing Australia billions

Researchers call for more resources and education as allergic disease emerges as a major health burden.

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Urgent warning issued after outbreak across Queensland.

Urgent health high-risk alert issued across QLD

Health officials warn residents near Brisbane to monitor for symptoms after a traveller returned from Bali with an infectious disease, risking an outbreak.

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One in three Australians is living with an allergy.

Shock data reveals how many Aussies have an allergy

New analysis has laid bare the financial and emotional strain allergic disease causes its sufferers.

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Mazzenga's track workouts last about an hour.

Sprinter aged 92 has muscle cells of someone in their 20s

THE WASHINGTON POST: By studying elite older athletes, researchers are able to learn more about what’s possible as we age, and it turns out we are capable of a lot.

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Dr Damian Holsinger said some trials have found improvements in working memory in people with Alzheimer’s. 

Creatine boosts muscle — but could it recharge the brain?

‘It allows older individuals to also have a greater quality of life and a longer life.’

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Step dad and mother of 11-year-old girl charged.

Family charged after ‘traumatised’ 11yo gives birth at home

The young girl’s grandmother has claimed ‘no one knew’ she was pregnant and says the 11-year-old told her family who the father is.

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Being in nature is great for your brain. Experts are trying to figure out why. (Liam Cobb/The New York Times) — FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY WITH NYT STORY SCI BRAIN NATURE BY DANA G. SMITH FOR AUG. 14, 2025. ALL OTHER USE PROHIBITED. —

A surprising (and easy) way to boost your attention span

THE NEW YORK TIMES: One simple and enjoyable activity has been shown to boost attention span and working memory.

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