Endometriosis drug Visanne now on PBS
Women living with endometriosis have cheaper access to treatment, with Visanne now added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
Federal Health Minister Mark Butler
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Aussie researchers develop natural treatment for obesity
Australian researchers have developed a new obesity treatment that reduces weight without the side-effects of currently popular prescription medicines.
University of
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Homelessness almost doubles risk of death
People experiencing homelessness have a death rate almost double the wider population, according to a new study.
The 10-year study from the Australian Institute of
Read more2 December 2024
Garden named after natural medicine pioneers
Southern Cross University has named its unique medicinal garden in honour of two pioneers of naturopathic medicines and treatment.
The Marcus and Caroline Blackmore
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Asbestos safety warning around simple DIY tasks
Upgrading a home with a simple security system could expose DIYers to an unexpected risk.
Master Builders Australia Chief Executive Denita Wawn is using National
Read more27 November 2024
Self-harm spike shows girls most impacted by lockdowns
COVID lockdowns disproportionately impacted the mental health of girls and young women, according to a new study.
Research from the University of Sydney found there had
Read more27 November 2024
Movie reactions a key to depression diagnosis
Queensland scientists have developed a way to diagnose a severe form of depression by monitoring facial expressions as a patient watches movies.
QIMR Berghofer
Read more27 November 2024
Physical activity leads to a better memory
A new study shows that people who exercise have a better working memory than those who lead a sedentary lifestyle.
Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä reviewed
Read more27 November 2024
Billion-dollar bill to treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure treatment costs Australians more than $1.2 billion a year, with 40 percent paid directly by patients in out-of-pocket costs.
A new study by The
Read more26 November 2024
Heart’s ‘hidden’ self-healing abilities discovered
Researchers have discovered the human heart has the ability to repair itself after trauma, with a little kick-start.
Professor Olaf Bergmann from Sweden’s Karolinska
Read more25 November 2024