Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchResearchers in Australia discover a new treatment for acne
Acne makes life unpleasant for millions of children and adults worldwide, but Australian researchers may have discovered an effective treatment for t…
2 years, 10 months ago
Disability Royal Commission holds its final sitting with a call for urgent change
About one in every six Australians, or 4.4 million people, live with disability. Many receive support from services separate from the NDIS - and larg…
2 years, 10 months ago
No time for mental health care under Medicare, say GPs
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners says it needs more funding to help deal with patients experiencing mental health issues. It com…
2 years, 10 months ago
Pill testing: 'If one life is saved - it's worth it
Drug safety advocates, lawyers, and doctors are behind a renewed push to introduce pill testing sites ahead of the summer festival season. In an open…
2 years, 10 months ago
Pleas for water safety awareness as beach drowning deaths climb
New research has warned of an increased risk of drowning on public holidays. 281 people have lost their lives to drowning in the last 12 months, prom…
2 years, 10 months ago
Stem cell research reveals the earliest stages of a human life
Scientists have created embryo models to help study the mysteries of early human development, the medical problems that happen before birth and why m…
2 years, 10 months ago
Fears for global HIV program amid Republican abortion stoush
A HIV program credited with saving millions of lives around the world is feared to be under threat as its funding comes up for renewal in September. …
2 years, 10 months ago
'Suicide is too much in the shadows': Expert
In the lead up to World Suicide Prevention Day, mental health professionals are saying high-pressure occupations contribute to increased suicidal ten…
2 years, 10 months ago
Not just for 'big boofy footballers': action urged after Senate concussion report
A Senate inquiry has been investigating concerns over concussions in professional and community sport. Its final report has called for a national str…
2 years, 10 months ago
It can be a killer cancer, but early detection saves lives
Australia is seeing a decline in a free bowel screening test participation that is a proven life-saver. Cancer Council Victoria is urging more eligib…
2 years, 10 months ago