6+ hour, 48+ min ago  (473+ words) The situation has led to a sharp increase in smoking rates, creating what many describe as an unmitigated disaster. Unlike other countries, Australia's experience has become a cautionary tale for global policymakers. British American Tobacco (BAT) executive Simon Trussler highlighted…...

3+ hour, 24+ min ago  (400+ words) A recent study has uncovered a potential link between insomnia and an increased risk of certain cancers, particularly among young women. Scientists are now warning that the sleeping disorder could be contributing to the rising number of cancer cases in…...

3+ hour, 41+ min ago  (432+ words) The trial, led by University College London (UCL), aimed to determine if this method would lead to a meaningful increase in the number of patients whose cancer returned or died within five years. The results showed that more than two-thirds…...

12+ hour, 43+ min ago  (542+ words) The recent decision to scale back a mass prostate cancer screening programme has sparked significant debate among health officials, campaigners, and the public. The recommendation, which would limit screening to a small group of men, has been met with strong…...

11+ hour, 32+ min ago  (692+ words) While protein dominated last year's nutrition trends, with supermarket shelves packed with shiny new high-protein products, fibre is now taking centre stage as the viral "fibremaxxing" trend continues to gain momentum. It's part of a wider wave of "maxxing" trends…...

10+ hour, 50+ min ago  (432+ words) Previous research has shown that irregular eating patterns increase the risk of adverse metabolic outcomes such as obesity, insulin resistance, and cardiovascular disease. The new study found that people with lower regularity of main meals had 55% higher odds of depression…...

13+ hour, 55+ min ago  (547+ words) Scientists are exploring innovative ways to identify individuals at risk of liver disease years before symptoms appear. This condition, which has become one of the fastest-growing causes of death in the UK, often develops silently, leaving many unaware until serious…...

14+ hour, 42+ min ago  (260+ words) In Morawa, the situation has become dire with an unprecedented mouse plague. The town's shire president described driving through the streets as "popping bubble wrap." Thousands of rodents have invaded the area, causing significant damage. Farmers have had to take…...

16+ hour, 35+ min ago  (495+ words) Dry eye disease is a prevalent condition that primarily affects older adults and women. It can lead to symptoms such as red eyes, irritation, and blurred vision. In more severe cases, it may cause damage to the surface of the…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (734+ words) A cancer survivor who was seen alongside the Tasmanian premier during last year's state election campaign, when hospital investment was announced, has expressed disappointment that the plan appears to be "on the back burner." However, there is no new funding…...