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Yes, you still need to use sunscreen, despite what you’ve heard on TikTok

Summer is nearly here. But rather than getting out the sunscreen, some TikTokers are urging followers to chuck it out and go sunscreen-free.

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New study suggests weight loss drugs like Ozempic could help with knee pain. Here’s why there may be a link

The drug semaglutide, commonly known by the brand names Ozempic or Wegovy, was originally developed to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels.

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Matcha is having a moment. What are the health benefits of this green tea drink?

Matcha has experienced a surge in popularity in recent months, leading to reports of global shortages and price increases.

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How light tells you when to sleep, focus and poo

This is the next article in our ‘Light and health’ series, where we look at how light affects our physical and mental health in sometimes surprising ways. Read other articles in the series here.

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Cheap grog, new drunkenness offence and mandatory rehab: why 9 experts think proposed NT alcohol reforms would be a disaster

The new Northern Territory government is planning a swathe of changes to alcohol policy.

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Is TikTok right? Can adding a teaspoon of cinnamon to your coffee help you burn fat?

Cinnamon has been long used around the world in both sweet and savoury dishes and drinks.

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An unbroken night’s sleep is a myth. Here’s what good sleep looks like

What do you imagine a good night’s sleep to be?

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Reproductive coercion is a form of gender-based violence. It’s likely more common than we realise

From contraception access to safe abortion, there is growing awareness about reproductive health and rights.

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Are sports stars who are caught using illegal drugs unfairly vilified?

With the Paris Olympics and Paralympics wrapped up, and leading Australian sports codes coming to an end of their 2024 seasons, many athletes will be celebrating well-earned wins and commiserating losses.

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I think my child’s weight is affecting their health. How can I best support them?

Weight fluctuation and change in body composition with growth is a normal part of development. Apart from the first year of life, teenage years experience the most rapid increase in growth and development.

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Need medicine in hospital? Our study finds how often IT flaws lead to the wrong drug or dose

Every time you are prescribed medicine in hospital a computer will prompt your doctor about the appropriateness of the medicine and its dose.

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Should parents be worried about social media? We asked 5 experts

The Albanese government has announced it will introduce a social media ban for children.

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Athletes’ bodies are supposedly temples. So why do so many consume ultra-processed foods?

Even the most casual sports fan would have seen athletes gulping down sports drinks after a contest or even snacking on something like a protein ball or energy gel during a break.

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MSG is back. Is the idea it’s bad for us just a myth or food science?

MSG is making a comeback. The internet’s favourite cucumber salad recipe includes fish sauce, cucumber, garlic and – as the video’s creator Logan tells us with a generous sprinkle from the bag – “MSG, obviously”.

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Elle Macpherson’s breast cancer: when the media reports on celebrity cancer, are we really getting the whole story?

Celebrity supermodel Elle Macpherson disclosed in an interview with The Australian Women’s Weekly earlier this week that seven years ago she was diagnosed with breast cancer.

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How to get the housing we need: healthy, affordable and resilient to climate change

Imagine coming home after a long day at work. It is winter. You step inside your home. It is warm, quiet and dry.

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Some clinicians are using AI to write health records. What do you need to know?

Imagine this. You’ve finally summoned up the courage to see a GP about an embarrassing problem. You sit down. The GP says:

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Is chocolate milk a good recovery drink after a workout? A dietitian reviews the evidence

Whether you enjoy chocolate milk regularly, as a weekend treat, or as an occasional dose of childhood nostalgia, it probably wouldn’t be the first option you think of for post-workout recovery.

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Can a 10-year-old be responsible for a crime? Here’s what brain science tells us

The age a child can be arrested, charged and jailed in Australia is back in the spotlight.

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Food and exercise can treat depression as well as a psychologist, our study found. And it’s cheaper

Around 3.2 million Australians live with depression.

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First Nations women are at greater risk of stillbirth. Here’s why – and what we can do about it

Australian national data show First Nations women face almost twice the risk of stillbirth or “sorry business babies” compared to non-First Nations women.

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Health star labels move closer to being mandatory. But food companies could still (legally) game the system

On Thursday, Australian and New Zealand food ministers at state, federal and national levels met to thrash out what’s next for health star ratings on packaged foods.

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Vaping and mental health are closely linked. That can make quitting even harder

Vaping is in your news feed for its regulation, impact on public health and effects on young people.

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Ambulance ramping is getting worse in Australia. Here’s why – and what we can do about it

We’ve seen countless media reports in recent days, weeks and months about the ramping of ambulances at hospital emergency departments (EDs) around Australia.

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Hearing voices is common and can be distressing. Virtual reality might help us meet and ‘treat’ them

Have you ever heard something that others cannot – such as your name being called? Hearing voices or other noises that aren’t there is very common. About 10% of people report experiencing auditory hallucinations at some point in their life.

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