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Chewing gum linked to ingestion of microplastics

New research has warned that chewing gum can result in the ingestion of thousands of microplastics. A statement released this week by the American Cancer Society said a

Exercise at any age improves brain function

Physical exercise at any age can improve brain function and memory, according to new research. The University of South Australia said findings from 133 systematic

New technology to help combat jellyfish threat

A new piece of technology will help researchers speed up efforts to combat the impact of dangerous jellyfish in North Queensland. The $25,000 bead mill homogeniser has

Tree clusters help people to live longer

People who live in areas with clusters of trees have been found to have lower mortality risks. A long-term study conducted in Switzerland has found that neighbourhoods

New campaign warns of overseas drinking risks

The Federal Government has launched a campaign to warn young Australians about the dangers of consuming alcohol overseas. This follows the deaths last year of Bianca

PBS price reduction supported by both major parties

Australians will pay less for Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme medicines after Labor and the Coalition both pledged to reduce the co-payment to $25. Prime Minister Anthony

Doctors call for tax on sugar-sweetened soft drinks

The Australian Medical Association has renewed its calls for a tax on sugar-flavoured soft drinks as obesity overtakes smoking as the major cause of preventable

Free mental health counselling service a ‘game changer’

A peak mental health body has welcomed the free counselling service for all Australians to be introduced next year. The Federal Government has announced a free digital

Make waves to mend minds

Australians are being urged to catch a wave and surf to raise money for mental health this April with the Ripple Effect Foundation’s Wave Challenge. Nearly one in four

Seafood linked to children’s social behaviour

Scientists have discovered a link between seafood consumption and the social behaviour of children. New research from the University of Bristol found that children with

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