Are nurses the solution?
With almost daily media reports of doctor shortages and overworked doctors, especially in rura..
Action needed to prevent health harm from gambling ads
The Public Health Association of Australia say they applaud the final report from the parliame..
Challenging times for Australian wellbeing
New data reveals Australian wellbeing has hit an all-time low in the midst of an ongoing polyc..
Pets in aged care vital for mental health and well-being
Furry, finned, or feathered, family pets come in all shapes and sizes. But while these friendl..
How does dementia affect libido?
Dementia Australia says more understanding and acceptance is needed about the effects of demen..
How much is too much alcohol?
Are you going dry for January? The latest research suggests that's a great idea. After years o..
Blood stem cell breakthrough could change medicine
Making stem cells from a patient’s adult cells – rather than human embryos – is one of t..
Health sector needs to act on emissions
The health sector is responsible for 7 per cent of Australia’s carbon emissions. Over fifty ..
$26 billion needed for Alzheimer’s?
The cost of Alzheimer’s disease is expected to rise by more than 70 per cent to more than $2..
Indigenous life expectancy and the political power gap
A leading Charles Sturt University political scientist argues that responding to life expectan..