Paige Cockburn

Australian Pathology is lobbying the federal government for more funding amid increasing demands on the sector. What will the cost to patients be?

Doctors from the UK, Ireland and New Zealand will have their ability to practise in Australia fast-tracked from next week, but the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners says the move lacks detail and could put patients at risk.

Data from the Royal Australian College of GPs shows doctors are spending longer with patients but are worried about their financial viability as more patients either delay or avoid making appointments.

Sleep. It unites yet perplexes us all … so let's get some answers! Look back on our live Q&A sleep blog and tap into the minds of some of the country's best sleep scientists.

We all know the pain of a blaring alarm clock after a late night, but sleep deprivation does more than just bring our mood down. This is what happens when you consistently short change yourself of a good night's rest.

Hordes of Aussies are trading scarves for singlets and going north of the equator where deadly heatwaves are in full force. But it takes time to adapt to extreme heat so preparing before you go is essential.

The signs of malnutrition in older Australians might be more familiar than you think but they are often dismissed as a 'normal' part of ageing. Here's how some simple changes could help.

Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, isn't just a northern hemisphere condition. It affects Australians too, and you may be more at risk depending on which state you live in.

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).

When women pick out a sports bra they're probably not thinking of their knees, but surprising new research shows there's a link between breast support and serious knee injuries.

Many women have a reduced quality of life due to recurring urinary tract infections, but several vaccines and treatments are being trialled that may help prevent the debilitating condition. 

As the weather starts to cool, now is the time to start preparing for some very unwanted house guests. Here's the latest information about changes to vaccine guidelines, and new immunisations.

A major Australian review finds exercise shouldn't just be an add-on treatment for depression and the benefits might be heightened if you've never tried a downward dog or deadlift before.

Leaving Earth for long periods requires highly specialised technical skills, but you also need to handle isolation, confined quarters and team conflict.

An injectable medication can reduce the risk of serious food allergy reactions after just four months of use in some people, according to a new study. But there are a few caveats.

Low-carb diets are all the rage for weight loss. But do they really work?  And what are carbs anyway? Take our quiz to find out what the latest research suggests.

Dig into the science of romantic love this Valentine's Day and learn why some of us are more prone to putting our sweetheart on a pedestal and feeling love more intensely than others.

Low back pain is the leading cause of disability but there's some big roadblocks if you want to get the best treatment, which focuses on the mind just as much as the body.

There is growing evidence that extreme weather events are linked to premature births and abnormal birth weights. As the climate warms, experts say we must do more to protect women and babies.

Summer is a time for spending time outdoors and celebrating, but it's also a peak time for eye damage.  Here's how to protect your – and your kids – peepers.

Over the next few months, we'll endure heatwaves in different parts of the country. Extreme heat can be life-threatening for some people — and not necessarily the ones you expect.

Organic tampons are marketed as "safer" than regular brands because they are made from 100 per cent cotton, but experts say that doesn't mean they are free from chemicals.

We're in the grips of a surging COVID-19 wave but there's some good news — the new monovalent COVID-19 vaccines by Pfizer and Moderna will be up for grabs from December 11.

Women experience rapid bone loss during menopause but experts say GPs aren't confident prescribing hormones for skeletal health, despite evidence it works.

Many people may find graphic coverage of the Israel-Gaza conflict distressing, but psychologists say children will be especially vulnerable to emotional disturbances. Here's what to look for and how to help.