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Exercise in the Evening Reduces Death and Heart Disease for Obese
Researchers from the University of Sydney found exercising between 6 p.m. and midnight can be good for health.
COVID-19 Vaccine ‘Prevented 17,000 Deaths’: Australian Scientists
The study relied on mathematical modelling using government data, with authors admitting the study had some limitations.
Australians Eating Less Fruit and Vegetables, But More Chicken Nuggets
Chocolate consumption has also risen in the past five years.
For Healthy Spring Cleaning, Think NEAT (And Dust Carefully)
NEAT stands for Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis, a heavy-sounding term for light-intensity physical activity.
Immune Health Expert Explains How Gut, Heart, and Brain Health Are All Inter-Related
Datis Kharrazian answers our pressing questions on how to build a strong immune system.
New Queensland Abortion Law Replaces the Word ‘Woman’ With ‘Person’
The Queensland law, titled the Health and Other Legislation Amendment Bill (No. 2.) 2023, will enable nurses and midwives to prescribe abortion drugs.
Sleep Shortfall: 31 Percent Of Adults Are Missing Out On Recommended Sleep
Nearly a third of the population finds it challenging to achieve the advised 7-9 hours of sleep per night.
Chemicals in Cosmetics, Toys, and Food Containers Contribute to Rise in Preterm Births
A recent study found that in 2018 alone, phthalates may have contributed to more than 56,000 preterm births.
28 Percent of Australian Women Drink Alcohol While Pregnant: Study
The survey of 21,000 people also found 77 percent of Australians had at least one alcoholic drink in the last year.
Health Minister Encourages Australians to Stay up to Date With COVID Boosters
The booster is available for ‘free in Australia every 12 months for adults, or every six months for those who are immunocompromised.’
Vaping Use Nearly Triples in Australia
A survey of 21,000 Australians was conducted in 2022 and 2023.
Health Workers Sacked Due to COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Welcome to ‘Reapply’
Vaccine mandates against police and ambulance workers were found unlawful under the Queensland Human Rights Act in a ruling handed down on Feb. 27.
Australian Politicians Concerned Children Are Getting Their Hands on Illegal Vapes
Coalition MP Warren Entsch said, ‘we’ve got to get this stuff out of the hands of the kids.’
High Blood Pressure Persists as Australia’s Primary Killer, Decades of Data Confirms
Despite advancements in healthcare, high blood pressure remains a significant concern.
