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Ask a GP: Is it OK to borrow my friend's antibiotics?
Coming down with something and CBF to head to the doctor? We've all been there.
Ejaculating 21 times a month could save your life
Scientists have found a new way for men to stay healthy and avoid a leading cause of cancer, and it’s much more fun than maintaining a good diet.
This is the state with the highest cancer rates in Australia
It has the highest occurrences of bowel cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, and melanoma.
Are you ‘skinny fat’?
The common wisdom is that if you’re overweight you're unhealthy, and if you’re thin, you're healthy. New research says otherwise.
Paracetomal while pregnant may have health risks
Perhaps it's time to think twice before reaching for pain medication?
Turns out, 90% of asthma sufferers are using their puffer wrong
You could be getting half as much medicine as you should.
"I know I'm just another charity, even though for me it's my entire life"
It started with a heartfelt speech and now Carrie Bickmore’s Beanies 4 Brain Cancer has raised $1.2 million and counting.
Inside Gwyneth Paltrow's US$1500 wellness summit
From earthing, to IVs, 10-minute facelifts, to a celebrity guest panel – here's everything you need to know.
"I spent the afternoon sobbing"
Shelly Horton knew it would be hard but this day in the life project was more than she could handle.
Exclusive interview: The Any Body Co girls are behind a new cause
The body positivity best mates want this to go viral.
Bad news, you are your drunk personality
Drunk crier? Science says you’re actually a sober crier, too..
Your brain actually eats itself when it's tired, new study reveals
Brain food isn’t always a good thing....
These guys want to change the way you take vitamins
Say hello to Australia's first and only fully customisable online vitamin platform.
'I was diagnosed with MS at 26 - now, I'm pregnant with twins'
Today is World MS Day and Adriana Condello shares how this disease changed her life in an instant, when she was just 26 years old.
This is what a lack of sleep really does to your body
Chloe de Garis, 18, tried having four hours sleep for three nights as an experiment. The impacts on her health, appearance and mood were dramatic.
This 100-year-old treatment may be more successful than IVF
Couples battling to afford expensive IVF treatment could instead get pregnant using a free 100 year-old fertility test, astounding new research has found.
What it's like to be diagnosed with the disease your dad died from
Lucky for Barbara-Anne Tane, science is saving her life.
Ask a GP: Is it OK to use cotton buds to clean my ears?
It might be a non-negotiable part in your morning routine, but before you start 'cleaning' your ears again, you need to read this.
Finally proof that there's no benefit to eating gluten-free
A 26-year study has shown it can actually be bad for your health.
Can a health retreat save your brain?
Liz Graham tests out the latest technique for ensuring your grey matter is fit and firing for years to come.
Coeliacs rejoice! This pocket-sized tech detects gluten in any food
Say goodbye to the phrase 'are you sure this is gluten-free'?
What the Budget means for your health
This is how the Budget will affect Medicare, mental health and more.
Miss Universe's Tahlia Giumelli battled a life-changing disease in private
The Australian model says her partner, NRL player Tom Burgess, "was really understanding" and has supported her through a chronic disea...
Charcoal froyo is a thing, you guys
Say hello to the new wellness treat that's about to be everywhere.
This is why your "hay fever" is so bad right now
Well, it's not *technically* hay fever, for starters.
How to deal with your dentist chair anxiety, according to an expert
Pass this on to someone who need this. (We all know one.)
The 5 superfoods and antioxidants you're about to see everywhere
Step aside, chia. Apparently, it's all about milk thistle RN.
Ask a GP: Is it okay to sleep with a tampon in?
Pad vs tampon - there really is a difference which one you sleep in.
Study finds Diet Coke and Pepsi Max may raise your risk of stroke and dementia
You might want to put down that can of Diet Coke. A study has revealed just how damaging a single drink can be.
Serena Williams won the Australian Open while pregnant
Serena Williams didn’t even drop a set when she claimed her 23rd grand slam title in January. Astonishingly, she was pregnant the whole time.
Ask a GP: Is it okay to skip my period when I'm on the pill?
This is what really happens to your body when you skip that time of the month.
The 12 healthy meals you should order on a flight
Because 'healthy' and 'travel' aren't mutually exclusive categories.
'I was suffering in silence with a disease I didn't know I had'
Fitness expert Simone Nathan reveals her journey to discovering endometriosis.
Calling in sick and getting away with it now costs only $20
This online doctor writes medical certificates for $20 a pop - and you don't even have to leave your bed.
Is fitness affecting your fertility?
Your well-intentioned workouts actually be affecting your ability to start a family. You really can have too much of a good thing.
This is Australia's fastest growing drug problem - and it's legal
We take a look at the reality behind our ‘Can I get a pill for that?’ culture.
13 practical ways to eat, exercise and think your way to better health
Don’t skip meals, get off your phone and take walking meeting at work, for starters.
Could this be the solution to your gyno problems?
Scientists have created a device that mimics your period - and experts are saying it could help cure endometriosis, infertility and some cancers. ...
Would you try the DNA diet?
Introducing you to is the next-gen diet: an exercise, fitness and wellness program tailored to your genes. Here's how it works.
Could you be the victim of a storm asthma attack?
Surprise attacks are on the rise, health experts warn. Here's what you need to know.
This is how many steps you should actually be taking a day
10,000 might not be the magic number after all.
"My epilepsy put me in an aged-care home at age 20"
Ashleigh Holt had her first seizure at 16 and having epilepsy almost took her life.
What you need to know about private health insurance before April 1
Because on April 1, private health insurance premiums will go up by an average 4.84 per cent.
Will Goop be the next Swisse Wellness?
Gwyneth Paltrow is expanding into vitamins and supplements, offering 'Wellness regimens' for $118 a month.
The simple tool that will help you get the best sleep of your life
Exhausted? This could be the simple answer to a better night's sleep.
The Pill can slash your cancer risk for up to 35 years, major study finds
Researchers studied 46,000 women for up to 44 years.
Some of the ‘healthiest’ looking breads contain more salt than a packet of chips
These are the brands you need to watch out for.
People who do this one thing have healthier eating habits
Could your body clock be making you eat twice as much food?
Why this doctor wants you to get into bed one hour earlier tonight
No, it’s not to spend time trawling through your Facebook feed.
This is what happens to your body when you binge drink
We all know what happens in the short term (you say goodbye to the next morning, for one) but these are some of the more serious long-term effects&nbs...
Selena Gomez is seeing a therapist five days a week
“We girls, we’re taught to be almost too resilient.”
What it's like to live with a disease not recognised in Australia
Grace Currey, 18, brought home an unwanted souvenir from a holiday in the US: Lyme disease.
This symptom could predict your future dementia risk
Do you have trouble getting out of bed quickly?
NutriBullet says you're using your blender wrong
Facing claims that its products are exploding and causing severe injuries, NutriBullet is blaming the customers. WARNING: Graphic pictures.
Nike announces performance hijab for Muslim athletes
Here’s to inclusivity and inspiring women in sport.
Chrissy Teigen reveals her battle with postnatal depression
“My lower back throbbed; my shoulders — even my wrists — hurt. I didn’t have an appetite. I would go two days without a bite of food.”
People who order this drink are psychopaths, according to science
Same rules apply to dark chocolate lovers, too.
This mistake in the morning could be making you gain weight
Why undo all your healthy living hard work?
Can you really catch up on lost sleep?
If you're not getting enough sleep, can you use the weekend to catch up and bank some hours with your eyes closed? The science is in.
Biggest Loser host Bob Harper recovering after massive heart attack
The fitness trainer and Biggest Loser host was unconscious for two days.
This Brisbane mum just broke the record for the most burpees completed in an hour
She did roughly 22 burpees per minute.
Things you didn’t realise your Fitbit could do
Here’s how to get the most out of your wearable technology.
Are we becoming a culture of sober socialites?
“Now you can choose a European beer that tastes like the real deal but is completely alcohol-free.”
Fashion blogger Jessica Stein of Tuula Vintage reveals she is pregnant
"I've always dreamed of being a mother, but never knew if I could be."
These are the five hormones that control weight gain and mood
And these are exactly the foods to eat to keep them happy, according to a dietitian.
"I’ve gone without food so I can buy clothes"
Isabella Fels, 45, has had a shopping addiction for 25 years. Here she reveals her struggle with compulsive buying disorder and how she’s fighting back.
Why the sound of people eating drives you crazy
Can't stand the sound of loud chewing? There's a scientific reason for that.
This is how Aussie tennis player Lizette Cabrera fuels herself each day
Tips on healthy eating from a tennis pro.
Kate Beckinsale on how eating meat got her into her best shape ever
The actress reintroduced meat back into her diet after being a vegetarian - and this is how you can, too.
Brodie MacPherson reveals she had gastric sleeve surgery
"Life is about so much more than the number on the scales. For me, it’s about challenging yourself."
Do different alcohols really bring out different moods?
Vodka makes you melancholy, gin brings on the tears and after a glass of bubbly you’re all selfies and smiles. But why?
These are the 10 most uplifting songs, according to science
Want to feel like you’ve been walking on sunshine?
How to get a good night's sleep on a hot summer night
If you thought you were finally going to get a few good night’s of sleep this week — think again, because Australia is only halfway through summer.
Employers brace for Australia Day sickies
Employers are bracing for a financial hit of more than $50 million this Friday with nearly 380,000 workers expected to chuck post-Australia Day sickies.
What you need to know about the other alternatives to the pill
Fertility specialist and gynaecologist Dr Natasha Andreadis explains some of the options worth looking into.
Meet the woman who’s allergic to her husband
“Instead of date nights, babies and family get-togethers, life became a relentless series of doctor’s appointments.”
Will a week off Facebook actually make you happier?
Having a 'digital detox' is a huge wellness trend right now - but is logging out actually worth it?
Would you have a jab to melt away your fat?
Are weight-loss injections a lazy approach to slimming down or an obesity-crisis solution?
