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  • Is Covid During Pregnancy Linked to Autism? What a New Study Shows, and What It Doesn’t
    A large study from Massachusetts has found that babies whose mothers had covid-19 while pregnant were slightly more likely to have a range of neurodevelopmental diagnoses by age 3. Most of these children had speech or motor delays, and the link was strongest in boys and when the mother was infected late in pregnancy. The…

  • Lonely? Here’s how to connect with old friends – and make new ones
    Loneliness is quietly emerging as one of the most significant health issues in Australia, and it can affect people of all ages, backgrounds and life stages. Long-term survey data released last month showed the number of Australians who agree with the statement “I seem to have a lot of friends” has fallen noticeably since 2010….

  • Yes, you can be intolerant to fruit and veg
    For most people, eating a wide variety of fruit and vegetables is the cornerstone of a healthy diet. But for people with hereditary fructose intolerance, even a couple of bites of juicy watermelon or some sun-dried tomatoes in a salad can cause serious health problems. This rare condition isn’t a food allergy or sensitivity. But…

  • Does fasting dull your mental edge? We crunched the data for the best advice
    Ever worried that skipping breakfast might leave you foggy at work? Or that intermittent fasting would make you irritable, distracted and less productive? Snack food ads warn us that “you’re not you when you’re hungry”, reinforcing a common belief that eating is essential to keep our brains sharp. This message is deeply woven into our…

  • Food insecurity affects 1 in 3 regional people – and it’s worse for those with poor mental health
    It’s becoming harder for many Australians to afford enough healthy food, especially in regional areas, our new research shows. We surveyed almost 700 adults across the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions of New South Wales – online and through local community centres. We asked residents about their access to food, well-being, mental health and social connections….

  • Adult ADHD is diagnosed when you are ‘functionally impaired’. But what does that mean?
    Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects around 2.5% of adults and 7% of children. It causes difficulties with attention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. If unrecognised and untreated, ADHD can significantly impact educational and work achievements, and social and emotional wellbeing. It can also increase the risks of serious accidents and injuries, offending,…

  • AI therapy: What to know about its risks
    What you need to know As artificial intelligence technology advances, more people—especially teens—are turning to AI apps and chatbots for mental health support. A July survey from Common Sense Media found that about one in three teens has used AI for social interaction, including emotional support. Many teens say these tools feel easier to access…

  • How scientists are hacking bacteria to treat cancer, self-destruct, then vanish without a trace
    Bacteria are rapidly emerging as a new class of “living medicines” used to kill cancer cells. We’re still a long way from a “cure” for cancer. But one day we could have programmable, self-navigating bacteria that find tumours, release treatment only where needed, then vanish without a trace. Here’s where the science is up to….

  • What is myasthenia gravis, the rare disease tennis great Monica Seles lives with?
    Former tennis star Monica Seles recently revealed she is living with the rare disease myasthenia gravis, which affects 12 in 100,000 people globally. Seles explained her first symptoms appeared suddenly around three years ago. She began experiencing double vision and weakness in her arms and legs. This made everyday activities, such as drying her hair,…

  • Timely home repairs are needed for good health in remote Aboriginal communities
    For people living in metro areas, a broken hot water system or washing machine is a nuisance. But it can usually be sorted by a phone call for a same-day repair or a quick trip to the hardware store. In remote communities, the same repair is slowed by distance and lack of services, often taking…

  • ADHD stimulants are being used recreationally, with consequences for users
    Not long ago, most people thought of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, as a childhood condition that would eventually be outgrown. Now it’s everywhere. TikTok videos describe “ADHD moments” that feel instantly familiar, clinics are booked out for months, and adults are finally getting diagnoses that explain years of chaos and exhaustion. This visibility…

  • Should I kick my diet soft-drink habit? Where do I start?
    The average Australian drinks almost 60 litres of soft drink a year. Many people see diet soft drinks as a “healthier” choice than regular ones, and when it comes to sugar, that’s true. For example, a 375 millilitre can of Coca-Cola contains about seven teaspoons of added sugar (almost to 40 grams). That’s close to…

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