Unlocking the code of the 'super pooper' could usher in new wave of gut health treatments
Matthew donates poo to his local stool bank to help treat gut diseases. In the future, faecal transplants may use gut bacteria grown in the lab, not in humans.
What's in your day? Scientists have analysed how we should spend our time for optimum health
Knowing how many hours a day you should sit, stand, move and sleep to be at your healthiest sounds like the wellness holy grail. A new study suggests the best way to spend your 24 hours (if you can).
One in three Australians has pain. Building muscle can help — and you don't need to leave home to do it
Weights training isn't just about getting ripped. Building muscles can stave off diseases and improve your quality of life as you age. These experts share ways to do it.
The 'left field' treatment that healed my torn ACL naturally
After three months in a knee brace as part of a research trial, my anterior cruciate ligament healed itself. This novel program could revolutionise the way ACL tears are treated.
Ashleigh was a sporty woman with an 'infectious' laugh. But asthma cut her life short and left her family heartbroken
Australia records its highest number of asthma deaths in a decade but a peak body says there are no straight answers as to why there has been an increase or why women like Ashleigh Young are more vulnerable.
Four Corners profiled Ange's mum in 1996. Now she's a mum trying to do things differently
Childhood maltreatment is responsible for up to 41 per cent of common mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, self-harm and suicide attempts, according to a new study.
Last year, 13 children died after contracting influenza. Authorities want to remind parents it is 'a nasty disease in children'
Parents of children born during the COVID-19 pandemic are being urged to get their children flu shots, with almost 5,000 cases in children aged zero to four so far this year.
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When 'a good night on the beers' wasn't making him happy, Luke knew he needed to take action
Queensland's Luke Hambleton uses men's circles to improve his mental health and become a better husband and dad.
'Life was tough': Koolyn used to weigh 130kg. He's now set to run the New York Marathon
Koolyn Briggs is training to run the New York Marathon. But his lifestyle hasn't always been this healthy. Just eight years ago the Melbourne electrician weighed 130 kilograms, didn't exercise or eat healthy, and drank too much alcohol.
Man who received genetically modified pig kidney transplant dies nearly two months later
The first recipient of a genetically modified pig kidney transplant dies nearly two months after undergoing the procedure.
This ward treats some of Australia's sickest babies. New cameras mean families can livestream their every move
Born with a rare congenital defect, baby Arlo can't leave hospital. But the introduction of livestreaming cameras mean his family has 24/7 access to his cot, and medical staff say the impact has been "life-changing".
'There's no time to waste': SA government looks into social media ban for children
The SA government announces what it says is an "ambitious" first step to protect children from social media and its harmful impacts on their mental health, but one expert says a blanket ban is rarely the answer.
Grieving mother finds hope in an empty warehouse
Twelve months on from a tragic crash that claimed four young lives in Bochara, Lee-Ann Elms provides a glimmer of hope to a town that was torn apart.
'Significant increases' in flu cases in NSW compared to last year
The flu season for New South Wales has started earlier than expected. But while some experts say this isn't room for huge concern, authorities are calling for the public to receive vaccinations.
Paralysed after chasing a 'high'. This is how nitrous oxide misuse is impacting the health of Australians
It's believed about 600,000 Australians inhale nitrous oxide but there are dangerous complications of misusing the gas — which can lead to paralysis, incontinence, and even death.
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analysis:How bucket lists can help cancer patients and their loved ones enjoy life and prepare for death
Travel plays a central role in our ideas about a "life well-lived" — so how does that affect people's search for meaning, adventure and memory when they're going through a life-limiting illness like cancer?
‘Fifth year in a row’: AMA says Victorians deserve answers after elective surgery targets fall short
Victoria's government has cut its elective surgeries target by 40,000 surgeries a year after failing to reach its "ambitious" goal for procedures.
Cecelia has created a women-only gym in Papua New Guinea — and it's a hit
Cecelia Kanawi was always intimidated to exercise in public, so she started her own women-only gym in her backyard — and now it's attracting huge interest across Port Moresby.
At 94, a daily dose of chlorine does Dorothy 'a world of good'
On land, 94-year-old Dorothy Dickey uses a walker to help her get around. But in the water, this competitive swimmer feels joyful and free.
Councillor accused of 'cheap' political point-scoring while police investigate fatal park stabbing
A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found dead just past midnight in Brisbane's south, with a local councillor advocating for better safety at the park.
Healthy eating doesn't have to break the budget, a community cooking class is sharing valuable tips
As household budgets are tightened due to increased costs of living, these community-run cooking classes show how it's possible to eat healthily without spending a fortune.
As Asia sweats through a heatwave, experts say it's not sunburn you need to worry about
A record-breaking heatwave that swept through parts of Asia has killed dozens of people, shut schools and damaged crops — and although governments have issued practical warnings about heat stroke, experts say the risk of sunburn is less severe.
'I thought I would have to say goodbye': Ashleigh celebrates first Mother's Day with Xavier
Six-month-old Xavier Fisher has a rare genetic condition. While he may have the "odds stacked up against him" he surprises his mum everyday and is proving everyone wrong.
Nitrous oxide has been linked to paralysis and death. We got it delivered to our door
At first glance, it would be easy to mistake for an Uber Eats delivery. The driver isn't here to drop off food, though — it's a 3.3 litre canister of nitrous oxide.
'How do you get past it?' One month on, Bill's clients still want to talk about Bondi Junction attack
Monday marks one month since the deadly stabbing attack at Westfield Bondi Junction which left six people dead, as the community works through the painful process of "reclaiming" the space.
These returnees to Tonga arrived as strangers to their own land — now they're helping fight a drug crisis
Many people deported to Tonga arrive with few connections to the country — a trend experts say is fuelling the country's drug problem. But a group of returnees are using their own experiences to help others find their feet in the Pacific country.
A real human skeleton sat in Edna's garage for decades, but when she wanted to dispose of it, she didn't know what to do
A Melbourne woman found a real human skeleton in her garage and was left wondering what to do. It has led experts to call for clearer guidelines around how to relinquish them.
Why being an 'older' mum has given 44-year-old Gayle more freedom by 'not sweating the small stuff'
We hear from four mothers about the highs of lows of parenting after 40.
As HECS debts and house prices rise, students turn to 'little treats' to get them through
Drowning in HECS debt amid a housing affordability crisis, students are choosing frozen yoghurts and bubble teas to pep themselves up when saving feels futile.
Australia's mental health crisis is no secret — but people in the bush are dying
Trying to get an appointment with a psychologist or psychiatrist can be a battle, but for people in regional Australia it can be almost impossible. They say the lack of services is dangerous and are desperate for more support.
Mental health review findings released after woman's alleged stabbing murder
A review finds the emergency department in South Australia's largest public hospital is "not designed or resourced" to deliver effective mental health care.
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analysis:We looked at 166,000 psychiatric records. More than half showed people were admitted against their will
If you are an Australian born overseas, speak a language other than English, or you are unemployed, you are more likely to be treated for an acute mental illness against your will.