A recent study has linked the consumption of artificially sweetened beverages to an increased risk of atrial fibrillation (A-fib), a form of irregular heartbeat. Drinking two litres or more of …
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Study reveals ultraprocessed foods associated with a 50% increased risk of heart disease, mental health issues, and premature death.
by adminA recent Australian review of 45 meta-analyses involving nearly 10 million participants highlights the significant health risks associated with ultraprocessed foods. Senior author Wolfgang Marx from Deakin University reports that …
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A recent study reveals that exercise may particularly benefit women more than men. While previous research indicates that any form of physical activity decreases the risk of premature death, this …
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New guidelines on sun safety have been released for Australians, balancing the risks of sun exposure with the health advantages of vitamin D. Published in the Australian and New Zealand …
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Queensland’s chief health officer, Dr John Gerrard, has issued a warning regarding an escalating risk of Ross River virus infections this year. Recent testing of over 700 mosquito traps across …
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Threatening Australians’ Health: Experts Raise Alarm Over So-Called ‘Safe’ Tanning Beds
by adminExperts are cautioning Australians against using newly marketed tanning devices known as collariums, which are presented as safer alternatives to banned solariums. Despite claims that collariums use less harmful UVA …
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Many individuals struggle with overeating ultraprocessed foods like chips, cereals, and sweets, even when aware of their potential health risks. This behaviour could be attributed to the manufacturing processes that …
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Researchers Innovate Method to Predict Cancer Treatment Success with 90 Per Cent Accuracy
by adminResearchers are pioneering a method to better predict treatments for advanced bowel cancer, Australia’s second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Using tumour samples from patients, they are creating 3D models, …
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Health Experts Discover Salt Alternative That Dramatically Reduces Blood Pressure – Yet It’s Being Overlooked
by adminHealth experts advocate for the use of low-sodium, potassium-enriched salt as a more effective method for preventing high blood pressure compared to conventional salt, despite limited adoption by healthcare professionals. …
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Why Are Measles Cases Reemerging Across the United States? Here’s What You Need to Know About This Highly Contagious Virus.
by adminSince December 1, nearly 24 measles cases have emerged in the US, attributed to international travel and decreasing vaccination rates. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health has identified at least …