Video: Measles - global outbreak
It’s predicted Australia may have 300 infections of measles in 2019, but endemic measles was eliminated in 2014. So why the increase in measles infections now?
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Video: Private Health Insurance reforms
April 2019 will see a new system of categorising private health insurance and some changes to policies. What will the changes mean for you?
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsVideo: Parkinson's disease awareness
For more than 110,000 Australians living with Parkinson's disease, simple daily tasks like brushing their teeth are beyond their reach. Hear from Dr Norman Swan, Kathryn - who has Parkinson's, and Vincent Carroll - a Parkinson's Nurse Consultant.
Latest Health News Seniors' HealthKeeping a stable weight can cut diabetes risk
New research finds that maintaining a stable weight as a person ages can help prevent type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes Latest Health NewsWeight loss surgery linked to drinking problems
Research suggests that one particular type of bariatric surgery is linked to people having a much higher chance of developing a drinking problem down the track.
Latest Health News Nutrition & WeightVideo: Improving oral health in Australia
Ninety per cent of Australian adults and 40 per cent of children have experienced tooth decay. Poor oral health is a risk factor for heart disease, stroke and diabetes, but there are things you can do to improve it.
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsWhich exercise is best for older obese people?
Weight loss plus combined aerobic and resistance exercise may be most effective in improving functional status in older, obese adults.
Latest Health News Seniors' HealthMore exercise equals less disease
Researchers assess the dose-response association between total physical activity levels and risk of five chronic conditions.
Exercise & Fitness Latest Health NewsFish oil in pregnancy may reduce asthma in kids
Eating fish oil-derived fatty acids in pregnancy may lower the risk of asthma and wheezing disorders in offspring.
Babies & Pregnancy Latest Health NewsExercise may help in chronic heart failure
Aerobic exercise improves aerobic capacity in people with chronic heart failure.
Heart & Stroke Latest Health NewsGood motor skills the key to fit kids
Children with low motor skills found to have poorer health-related fitness measures.
Kids' & Teens' Health Latest Health NewsOwner of a lonely heart
Loneliness is unpleasant, isolating, and can have an impact on your psychological health - but what about your physical health?
Latest Health News Mental HealthThe health risk of loneliness
Socially isolated and lonely people have been found to have a higher risk of death compared to their socially connected peers.
Latest Health News Mental HealthVideo: New asthma guidelines
The National Asthma Council of Australia has released major updates to its guidelines for managing and treating asthma. How do the changes affect people with asthma?
Asthma Latest Health NewsModerate alcohol consumption reduces brain function
Even moderate consumption of alcohol can have negative effects on the brain.
Addictions Latest Health NewsVideo: Brain awareness
Your brain is an amazing organ. Find out how to keep it healthy, alert and thinking well. Know the signs of concussion and how to protect against it.
First Aid & Self-Care Latest Health NewsPrescribing exercise for mental health
Exercise plays an important role in the treatment of people with mental illness.
Latest Health News Mental HealthVideo: What can be done to prevent falls?
Falls cause physical harm, but also have a psychological effect through fear and loss of confidence. Alarmingly one in 3 people over 65 will experience a fall - so what can be done to reduce falls?
Latest Health News Seniors' HealthVideo: Is HIIPA the new HIIT?
Is HIIPA (high intensity incidental physical activity) the new HIIT? Health experts have found many daily tasks can have health benefits if you push yourself.
Exercise & Fitness Latest Health NewsDementia linked to overcooked food
Scientists have linked chemical byproducts from over-cooked food to the risk of age-related dementia.
Latest Health News Seniors' HealthSpecial diets for autism lack evidence
Parents of children with autism often try dietary changes or supplements to help improve the condition but a new review concludes that there is little solid evidence that any work.
Kids' & Teens' Health Latest Health NewsHow food texture changes eating speed
Eating slowly can help a person eat less. Changing the texture of a meal to make it chewier could be one way to achieve this.
Latest Health News Nutrition & WeightVideo: Hangovers - is beer before wine better?
Scientists have recently tested whether a binge drinking session is less toxic if you change the order of your drinks.
Addictions Latest Health NewsAnti-inflammatory diet may help depression
A healthy diet with anti-inflammatory properties may help to alleviate depressive symptoms in some people.
Latest Health News Mental Health