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Can kids overdose on melatonin gummies? Yes, and an online store has suspended sales
Melatonin gummies suspended amid child overdose concerns, questioning the safety of this readily available sleep aid for kids. -

New research finds many infant food products make claims that don’t match the main ingredients
Exposing misleading claims on baby food packaging – research shows a mismatch between marketing and ingredients. -

I’m autistic and don’t speak. Here’s what I want you to know
Journeying through autism without speech, I found my voice with technology and am breaking myths about nonspeaking autistics. -

What’s the best way to support autistic kids with mild to moderate delay?
Autistic children with mild to moderate delays face an NDIS exclusion for a new program, sparking debate over adequate support and best practices. -
What is psychosocial therapy? And why is the government thinking about adding it to Medicare for kids?
New bulk-billed health checks for kids could include psychosocial therapy, aiding in emotional and social development milestones. -
Could a ‘cortisol cocktail’ really reduce stress and boost energy?
Can a “cortisol cocktail” truly reduce stress and enhance energy? The science behind this trendy concoction might not be as convincing as social media suggests. -
I’m a woman approaching middle age, do I need to get my hormones checked?
Navigating midlife changes, women question the need for hormone tests. BMJ editorial suggests they’re often unnecessary and not a guide for treatment during perimenopause. -
Medicinal cannabis is most often prescribed for pain, anxiety and sleep. Here’s what the evidence says
Over 700,000 prescriptions for medicinal cannabis in Australia raise concerns as studies show modest benefits and unclear evidence for its effectiveness in treating chronic pain, anxiety, and sleep disorders. -
Long COVID is more than fatigue. Our new study suggests its impact is similar to a stroke or Parkinson’s
Long COVID’s debilitating effects are comparable to strokes and Parkinson’s, with profound impacts on daily life, our Australian study reveals. -
Eating disorder symptoms in teens can be traced back to family hardship, new study shows
Eating disorders strike teens from all walks of life—a new UK study links childhood financial hardship to higher risks of such symptoms later. -
Should I break up with my GP? 4 signs it may be time
A lasting GP relationship boosts health, but if discomfort arises or needs change, it might be time to switch doctors for better care alignment. -
How Older People Are Reaping Brain Benefits From New Tech
From typewriters to AI: How technology use may fend off cognitive decline in seniors, challenging the “digital dementia” notion.
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