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Waist circumference better indicator of early death than BMI

HealthTimes - 26-04-2017

People with a normal Body Mass Index (BMI) who carry their weight around the middle are at the highest risk of death from any cause and cardiovascular causes compared to these

 
Kickstarting weight loss tips from the experts

AAP - 14-04-2017

An Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report shows if every overweight person lost just three kilos, the obesity

 
Tips to reduce food poisoning from seafood this Easter

AAP - 13-04-2017

Australians buying seafood for Easter must transport and store their goods in a chilled space, food safety experts say. Australians are being

 
Rise in need for alcohol and amphetamine support

HealthTimes - 12-04-2017

There is increasing concern over the use of alcohol and amphetamines, a national online counselling service has reported. Turning Point’s Counselling Online

 
Scientists are a step closer to anti-ageing drug

AAP - 24-03-2017

Australian scientists hope they might soon be able to repair the damaged DNA of astronauts and children with cancer using a compound found in fruit and vege.

 
What to do in a disaster: new must-have guide for health professionals

HealthTimes - 24-03-2017

A world-first grass-roots guide for doctors, nurses, paramedics and other health professionals will give them a much-needed common language to deal with the growing

 
Flu shot demand expected to soar

AAP - 23-03-2017

A survey by the Pharmacy Guild of Australia has found that an extra two million Aussies are expected to receive a flu vaccine this year. About

 
A new study has found parenthood could actually extend your life span

AAP - 14-03-2017

If your kids are driving you crazy take heart - a new study has found parenthood could actually extend your life

 
Being obese is a potent risk factor of chronic kidney disease

AAP - 06-03-2017

Kidney Health Australia has released a report which says being overweight or obese can as much as double the risk of developing chronic kidney disease.

 
Poisonous deathcap mushrooms warning

AAP - 28-02-2017

Authorities are warning about poisonous deathcap mushrooms which thrive near oak trees in warm and wet weather, typical at the end of summer and early autumn.

 

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