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Conquering Eco-anxiety, an unheard impact of climate change

Eco-anxiety gives rise to existential concerns such as loneliness, identity, pleasure, purpose, mortality, and freedom.

Why ban ham from school canteens?

Ham and other processed red meats have been moved from an “amber” label to a “red” label.

How long does back pain last? And how can learning about pain increase the chance of recovery?

One in thirteen people have it right now and worldwide a staggering 619 million people will have it this year.

How much weight do you actually need to lose?

BMI classifies bodies as underweight, normal (healthy) weight, overweight or obese and can be a useful tool for weight and health screening.

Young Australian trainee doctors learning on the job in India

Philip Green OAM called this education exchange "a picture of the modern India-Australia relationship."

Medicare turns 40: Here are 3 reforms that can help meet our health needs

Medicare is now struggling to ensure the access to health care for millions of Australians we were once promised.

What’s the best diet for healthy sleep?

Within overall healthy diet patterns, there are numerous individual foods and nutrients that may be linked to quality of sleep, with varying degrees of evidence.

Eggs from men, sperm from women: how stem cell science may change how we reproduce

In vitro gametogenesis begins with “pluripotent stem cells”, a kind of cell that can develop into many different cell types.

Strengthening communication between Pacific health professionals and the media

Social media platforms serve as a vital tool for the dissemination of information in the Public Health Division.

How much protein do I need as I get older?

Protein requirements change through different life stages.

Must-read

Hundreds fail compulsory retests as bribery scandal rocks New Zealand’s licensing system

The requirement for mass retesting followed findings of what the agency described as “serious misconduct” by testing officers.

South Australia election countdown officially begins with Labor ahead and Liberals at historic low

South Australia’s election campaign is officially under way after Premier Peter Malinauskas and Deputy Premier formally received the writs from Government House, signalling the 28-day countdown to the 21 March state election.

Australian firms secure key deals through AI impact summit in India

Business delegates assembled by Austrade showcased the breadth of Australia’s AI ecosystem, spanning established enterprises, universities and emerging technology scale-ups.
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