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Know the difference between chesty & dry cough 5/26/2011

Experts are calling for Aussies to pay attention to their coughs this winter as new research from Bisolvon shows some people are still not certain about the difference between a ...

Daily calcium doesn't reduce fracture risk in later life 5/26/2011

$Daily calcium doesn't reduce fracture risk in later life$

While moderate amounts of calcium (around 700 mg a day) are vital for maintaining healthy bones, there is no need to start increasing calcium intake in order to reduce the risk of ...

Cultured men are happier & healthier 5/24/2011

Men who visit art galleries, museums, and the theatre regularly tend to enjoy better health and are more satisfied with life, reveals a study published online in the Journal of ...

Geneticists' role in reducing obesity epidemic 5/24/2011

Half of Australia’s population is now either obese or overweight, costing the country around $58 billion a year.

Discussing death in the community 5/24/2011

Almost two in three Australians believe death and dying isn't discussed enough in the community, according to a survey released by Palliative Care Australia (PCA).

Far reaching effects of migraine 5/24/2011

New research reveals the far reaching effects of migraine on millions of Australian lives.

Patient reporting helps highlight serious side effects of drugs 5/19/2011

New research has shown that patient reporting of suspected adverse drug reactions (ADRs) is richer in detail and better at describing the impact on their daily lives than information ...

T’ai chi helps prevent falls in the elderly 5/17/2011

T’ai chi has particular health benefits for older people, including helping to prevent falls and improving mental wellbeing, reveals a review published ahead of print in the British ...

My pain's not your pain 5/17/2011

When a person's been deskbound all day, it's often not until they stop work they realise how sore their lower back is.

Brain health messages that reduce dementia risk 5/12/2011

Australians from 15 different language communities will now be better informed about how they may reduce their risk of developing dementia.

Australian women: Health, beauty & ageing 5/12/2011

Today's Australian woman is health conscious, well-informed and doesn't buy into the pressure put on her in the never-ending quest for an unachievable image...or does she?

Scientists can weaken lung cancer 5/12/2011

Australian scientists have worked out a way of weakening lung cancer, the most deadly form of the disease in the country.

Healthy sources of Vitamin D 5/12/2011

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center experts recommend getting Vitamin D from sources other than sunlight.

Link between arsenic in drinking water & heart disease 5/10/2011

Arsenic is a natural element of the Earth’s crust and high concentrations in groundwater pose a public health threat to millions of people worldwide.

Finger length clue to motor neuron disease 5/10/2011

People with the commonest form of motor neuron disease called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are more likely to have relatively long ring fingers, reveals research published ...

Should the law on assisted dying be changed? 5/3/2011

Assisted dying is a complex issue with strongly held views on both sides of the argument.

"Excessive" doses of thyroid drugs lead to fracture risks 5/3/2011

$"Excessive" doses of thyroid drugs lead to fracture risks$

Many older adults may be taking "excessive" doses of drugs for thyroid problems which can lead to an increased risk of fractures, finds a study published on bmj.com.

Reducing risk of renal failure in obese patients 5/3/2011

The angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor drug, ramipril, is particularly effective in lowering the risk of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in obese patients, according to a ...

One in five breast cancers linked to alcohol 5/3/2011

New Cancer Council analysis published in the Medical Journal of Australia shows the level of cancer incidence caused by alcohol in Australia is higher than previously thought, with ...

Heart attacks are more serious in the mornings 4/28/2011

People who have a heart attack are likely to be more seriously affected if the attack happens in the morning, reveals research published ahead of print in Heart journal.

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