What to know about ear infections

28 October, 2023 . by Claire Burke

They may be common, especially in kids, but ear infections can cause a world of pain. Here is how to deal with this agonising ailment.

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Could lupus be causing your health problems?

8 October, 2023 . by Claire Burke

With a broad range of symptoms, lupus is an autoimmune disease that attacks normal tissues and cells, and can be tricky to diagnose. Here’s what you need to know.

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How to know if a barking cough is croup (and what to do next)

26 September, 2023 . by Claire Burke

Often characterised by a barking, seal-like cough, croup is one of the most common respiratory conditions for young kids. Here’s what you should know.

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Why vaginal microbiome is so critical for women’s health

8 April, 2023 . by Raymond Suba

Just like our gut microbiome, our vaginal microbiome is an intricate micro-ecosystem and keeping it in balance is crucial to good female health.

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How to tell if your bowel movements are normal

12 March, 2023 . by Raymond Suba

Your stools can reveal a lot about your health. Here is what you can learn from your bowel movements, what’s normal and what to watch for.

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The killer bug doctors warn is on the rise in Australia

15 February, 2023 . by christine joy magat

A rise in potentially deadly strep A cases among Aussies kids has health authorities on high alert. So, what are the symptoms?

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Less booze, more good fats: Top tips for a healthy liver

6 November, 2022 . by Michelle Rose

It’s an organ so vital we can’t survive without it. So what can you do to keep your liver in the best shape possible?

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18 ways to winter-proof your life

1 June, 2021 . by Sarah Fennell

Sail through the colder months with these tips for staying at the top of your health, beauty and lifestyle game all winter long.

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Got a virus? Here’s how to supercharge your recovery

11 May, 2021 . by Sarah Fennell

If you’ve been hit for six by a nasty virus, here’s how to get back to full health.

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Why you need to clean your mobile phone today (really)

28 May, 2020 . by Sarah Fennell

They have become a lifeline – but research shows mobile phones are disgusting cesspools of germs that can even spread viruses.

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