The government will slash spending in real terms on the National Disability Insurance Scheme over four years, as it undertakes a massive “reset” of the program. People with lower support needs will be moved off the scheme and over the next two years the average spending on plans will reduce […]
Health
Vitamin C is one of the most iconic nutrients in popular health culture, often credited with preventing colds, boosting immunity and even fighting serious diseases. But while it’s essential for our bodies to function, its benefits are often misunderstood or overstated. Before you stock up on supplements, here’s what to […]
The Psychology Behind Burnout: How to Spot It — and Stop It If you’re ending your workday completely drained, you’re not alone. In a national survey of 1,400 Australian workers aged 25–55, half reported persistent exhaustion, and 40% said their motivation had dropped since the pandemic (Ruppanner, Churchill & Bissell, […]
Women battling endometriosis face more than just the chronic pain and infertility often associated with the condition. New research from the University of Queensland has revealed a shocking link between endometriosis and an increased risk of premature and early menopause, placing women at risk of severe long-term health consequences. The […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly relevant in many aspects of society, including health care. For example, it’s already used for robotic surgery and to provide virtual mental health support. In recent years, scientists have developed AI algorithms that can analyse mammograms for signs of breast cancer. These algorithms may be as good […]
Teenagers glued to their phones may be doing more than just doomscrolling — they could be sabotaging their health, according to new research linking excessive social media use to poor dietary habits. A global study led by the University of Queensland has revealed that adolescents who frequently or compulsively use […]
The head of Australia’s peak body representing young people with disability has warned that increasing government scrutiny on NDIS fraud, while necessary, risks fuelling damaging public perceptions and diverting attention from urgent reforms — particularly in education and regulation. Former South Australian Senator, Skye Kakoschke-Moore, and CEO of Children and […]
Social media influencers are pushing misleading medical tests to millions of followers, often omitting critical risks and exaggerating benefits, a University of Sydney-led study has found. The research, which analysed nearly 1000 posts on Instagram and TikTok, revealed that influencers were promoting controversial screening tests—such as full-body MRIs, genetic cancer […]
Australian researchers are turning to cutting-edge nanotechnology in a bid to improve treatment for one of the deadliest forms of breast cancer. A team from the University of Queensland (UQ) is developing tiny, engineered nanoparticles that could supercharge the body’s immune response against triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC)—the most aggressive and […]
