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Why are we seeing more pandemics?

Factors such as climate change, biodiversity loss and other global challenges are the ultimate (high level) cause of pandemics.

Australia on Track to Be First Country to Eliminate Cervical Cancer, Says PM Albanese

The initiative draws upon the resources of the public and private sectors, patient advocacy groups, healthcare providers, and research institutions

Many people in the Pacific lack access to adequate toilets – and climate change makes things worse

Across Pacific nations, almost half a million people are living in informal urban settlements with a lack of proper sanitation, which can include difficult access to working toilets.

How we think about ‘obesity’ and body weight is changing. Here’s why

Recent policy documents in Australia, such as the National Ob*sity Strategy 2022–2032, acknowledge a broader view of ob*sity.

What causes food cravings? And what can we do about them?

Here’s how food cravings work and what you can do if you find yourself hunting for sweet or salty foods.

The Albanese government has a new plan for residential aged care. Here’s what’s changing

While some people won’t be happy about paying for more, these changes are critical to ensuring the aged care system’s long-term sustainability.

WHO has declared mpox a global health emergency. What happens next?

By mid-2024, there were already more cases in the country than all of 2023 – more than 15,600 cases and 537 deaths.

Here’s why percentage of Australians with disability has surged in a few years

Released last month, the 2022 survey collected data from over 13,700 households and 1,100 care accommodations and group dwellings between June and the following February.

All kids need to throw and catch. How can you help if your child is struggling?

For many years, researchers have been highlighting concerns about a decline in children’s throwing and catching skills.

4 in 10 Australians in aged care are malnourished. What can we do about it?

Malnutrition in older people is associated with poorer overall health, such as increased risk of falls and infections.

Must-read

40 Khalistani asylum claims rejected by immigration tribunal in two years

The tribunal has repeatedly found that later applicants had significantly lower-profile political activity and provided insufficient evidence that Indian authorities were aware of their involvement.

No breach: Justice Department investigation rejects allegations against Cr Preet Singh’s JP status

"The department’s investigation found no grounds warranting Mr Singh’s removal from the Office of Justice of the Peace and found no breach of the relevant Act or Code of Conduct in relation to the allegations examined."

Minns heading to India with Treasurer Mookhey on first overseas visit as Premier, putting NSW–India ties centre stage

NSW Premier Chris Minns and Treasurer Daniel Mookhey will lead an official delegation to India from 31 August to 3 September 2026.
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