Gluten-free diets are one of the popular dietary trends at the moment. With the clear exception of coeliac disease, growing research is calling into question if a self-diagnosed ‘gluten sensitivity’ is related to gluten at all.
Latest Health News Nutrition & WeightMore than 2000 people in Australia die from skin cancer every year. Of the 3 types of skin cancer, melanoma is the most dangerous. If treated early it's curable. Find out how you can check your skin to detect any changes sooner rather than later.
Latest Health News Skin & HairChanging the diet of people with type 2 diabetes to include more high-fibre foods has been found to promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria that are linked to a direct effect on improved blood glucose control and greater weight loss.
Diabetes Latest Health NewsNudge theory involves using little nudges to encourage healthier behaviours. Dr Caroline West reports the results of a trial into food choices.
Latest Health News Nutrition & WeightA growing number of bacteria have become resistant to antibiotics. The World Health Organization warns that antibiotic resistance is one of the greatest threats to human health.
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsMyositis (muscle inflammation) is usually a temporary complication of flu, and a cluster of cases in Melbourne is no cause for alarm, experts say.
Latest Health News Respiratory HealthAcid reflux is common in babies and it’s sometimes treated with acid reducing drugs, but is treating your baby with an acid-reflux medicine causing more harm than good? Dr Caroline West investigates.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsKeeping fit can reduce your risk of heart disease, even when your genetic risk profile is high.
Heart & Stroke Latest Health NewsDespite rising life expectancy, Australian men are more reluctant to go to the doctor and are less honest when they are there than women. Make November the month you consider your health risks.
Latest Health News Men's HealthMedicinal cannabis is not yet a first line of therapy for any medical condition, but is available under the Special Access Scheme from approved providers in Australia for some conditions.
Latest Health News Medicinal cannabisKnee injuries have risen dramatically in Australian children. Dr Caroline West explains what an ACL injury is, and how many ACL injuries could have been prevented with specific exercises called neuromuscular agility training.
Kids' & Teens' Health Latest Health NewsEvery year 30,000 Australians develop blood clots in their legs or lungs and 5000 of them will die. Many blood clots happen during or after a hospital stay and new hospital standards are aimed at reducing this risk.
Heart & Stroke Latest Health NewsNew research has found that when someone makes a commitment to losing weight, they may not only be helping themselves. Their partner may shed some excess kilograms too, even if they aren’t trying!
Latest Health News Nutrition & WeightMan develops a squirming snake-like lesion on his foot after a holiday to Nigeria. The lesion was intensely itchy and grew longer every day.
Latest Health News Travel HealthA diet high in salt increases your blood pressure, and your risk of heart disease. Yet we’re still eating too much of it - and there’s no sign of that changing.
Latest Health News Nutrition & WeightOrganic food is promoted as being healthier than conventional produce. Aside from the price, however, there is not a lot separating conventional and organic foods.
Latest Health News Nutrition & WeightOpioids are morphine-like drugs used to treat pain, and include medicines such as codeine, fentanyl and oxycodone. They aren't effective for treating chronic pain and are potentially dangerous.
Addictions Latest Health NewsThe types snacks a child prefers could be linked to their genes and this could explain a preference for sweet or fatty foods and an aversion to bitter-tasting vegetables.
Latest Health News Nutrition & WeightA diverse and well-balanced vegetarian-style dietary pattern eaten during adolescence can have a beneficial impact on bone health which is carried into young adulthood.
Latest Health News Nutrition & WeightBoxer shorts lead to higher quality and quantity of sperm versus briefs, Harvard School of Public Health has confirmed.
Latest Health News Men's HealthFemale, anxious and depressed? You're not alone. Most Australian women feel anxious on a daily basis, and many have been diagnosed with depression.
Latest Health News Women's HealthAs allergy rates rise, we may need to pay more attention to the mental effects of allergic disease, not just the physical ones.
Allergy Latest Health NewsChildren over 4 with glue ear could now be treated with a simple non-surgical option involving blowing up a nasal balloon.
Kids' & Teens' Health Latest Health NewsA study involving young children in low- and middle-income countries found a high degree of brand logo awareness of junk foods. This led children to prefer these foods over traditional and home cooked meals.
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