‘Dr Google’ could help you detect melanoma
We all know that when you’re sick you shouldn’t turn to Google for cures. But Australian researchers have uncovered the one time when maybe you should consult ‘Dr Google’...
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Chasing Insta fame can also lead to shame
For Instagram’s one billion users, life can be an endless stream of stunning imagery and viral ‘stories’. But for...
Alcohol ad binge boosts risky drinking in young people
When it comes to alcohol, the more ads we see, the more we drink, especially if we’re young. That’s...
New cancer test could be the thin edge of the wedge
How do you detect the first, faintest warning signs of cancer? Researchers at Monash University think they have the...
Walking faster could keep you a step ahead of death
If you like to hot step it then here’s some welcome news. Walking faster could help you keep a...
Early morning exercise could beat dementia and stroke
A bout of early morning exercise might just be the thing older people need to beat dementia and stroke....
How a giant tortoise could unlock the secret to long life and curing cancer
We all want to live forever, right? Well thanks to a world-famous giant tortoise and some clever work by...
Supplement finding a bitter pill for ageing & the brain
Vitamins and supplements are no magic pill when it comes to warding off the effects of ageing on our...
Education key to tackling Australia’s high c-section rate
Australia has one of the highest rates of caesarean births in the developed world, with 34 per cent of...
Alarming rates of violence against ambos
Physical attacks on ambos continue to rise, with research showing violence against Australian paramedics has doubled. The study from...