Health issues

Phthalates are used in a number of everyday items – such as food containers and cosmetics. Source: Getty Images

Health issues

Chemical in household food containers linked to early death, study finds

"The toll of this chemical on society is much greater than we first thought."

Written byMatthew Hart

Celebrity

‘I walk like a drunk man but Parkinson’s doesn’t define me,’ says Billy Connolly

‘I walk like a drunk man but Parkinson’s doesn’t define me,’ says Billy Connolly

The beloved comedian has just released his autobiography and is talking publicly about living with his disease.

Written byGeorgina Pashley

Billy Connolly has been battling Parkinson's disease since 2013. Source: Getty

Health solutions

Why turmeric might be your new best friend

Why turmeric might be your new best friend

There are many benefits of turmeric. We trialled these tablets and the results were impressive.

Lifestyle guruKerry Heaney

Why turmeric might be your new best friend

Health issues

Voltaren Osteo Gel 12 Hourly’s new easy-to-open cap is making access to pain relief even easier

Voltaren Osteo Gel 12 Hourly’s new easy-to-open cap is making access to pain relief even easier

Plus, it's is the first medicinal product in Australia to receive official certification from Arthritis Australia as part of its accessible design program!

Voltaren Osteo Gel 12 Hourly's new easy-to-open cap is making access to pain relief even easier. Image source: GSK

News

Bowel cancer – some positive news

Bowel cancer – some positive news

Some good news about bowel cancer, the second most deadly form of cancer in Australia.

Health ExpertDr Ross Walker

Human colon cancer, computer illustration.

News

Coffee price spike expected to shake but not stir caffeine fans

Coffee price spike expected to shake but not stir caffeine fans

With prices rising and production levels dwindling, it's not an easy time to be a coffee drinker! But fans are expected to stick by the popular beverage.

Written byNadia Chapman

Coffee prices rise but it doesn't change the benefits. Source: Getty

Good health

Research reveals positive finding for long-term antidepressant use

Research reveals positive finding for long-term antidepressant use

A new study has revealed long-term use of antidepressants is more beneficial than stopping and starting medication.

Written byChristine Retschlag

Long-term antidepressant use may not be all doom and gloom afterall.
Source: Getty

Health issues

Cancer screening rates drop during lockdown

Cancer screening rates drop during lockdown

Major report reveals worrying reduction in cancer testing and treatment.

Written byMatthew Hart

Extended lockdowns have seen a reduction in cancer screenings and tests. Source: Getty

Good health

Sleep tips: 5 causes of restless sleep and how to avoid it

Sleep tips: 5 causes of restless sleep and how to avoid it

Restless sleep can be caused by a myriad of everyday issues. Luckily, there are ways to prepare for a better night’s sleep.

Written byNadia Chapman

Restless sleep doesn't have to take over your life when there are things that can help. Source: Getty

Health issues

5 horror stories of life after menopause…and some sage solutions

5 horror stories of life after menopause…and some sage solutions

“It was the most horrific time of my life. I called it devilpause."

Written bySuzi O'Shea

menopause affects everyone at some stage. Source: Getty

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