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Our blood-brain barrier stops bugs and toxins getting to our brain. Here’s how it works
Delve into the brain’s fortress, the blood-brain barrier, a protective layer critical for medicine delivery and the brain’s defense against toxins and infections. -
‘I keep away from people’ – combined vision and hearing loss is isolating more and more older Australians
Ageing and dual sensory impairment: A silent crisis affecting the elderly, leading to isolation, undiagnosed conditions, and a need for better support and awareness. -
Tastes from our past can spark memories, trigger pain or boost wellbeing. Here’s how to embrace food nostalgia
Taste your memories and influence your mood – the power of food-evoked nostalgia and its psychological impacts. -
Demystifying Cholesterol
Cholesterol misconceptions, VLDL’s impact, and steps to manage heart disease risk – get informed and proactive about your health. -
What is ‘breathwork’? And do I need to do it?
Breathwork goes beyond automatic breathing, harnessing control over inhalation and exhalation to manage stress, improve health, and stimulate the vagus nerve. -
Hearing voices is common and can be distressing. Virtual reality might help us meet and ‘treat’ them
Hearing voices is a complex phenomenon affecting 10% of people; treatments like avatar therapy offer new hope for managing these experiences. -
Why are people on TikTok talking about going for a ‘fart walk’? A gastroenterologist weighs in
The fart walk: a viral trend with health perks. Simple post-dinner strolls may ease bloating, reduce constipation, and control blood sugar. -
Can I take antihistamines everyday? More than the recommended dose? What if I’m pregnant? Here’s what the research says
Busting Allergy Myths: Antihistamines are safe for long-term use and second-generation options are often better than first-generation drugs for hay fever and safe during pregnancy. -
Chorus or Cacophony? Cicada Song Hits Some Ears Harder Than Others
Cicada season’s chorus challenges those with autism and hearing sensitivities, as experts weigh in on coping strategies and the impact on mental health. -
How often should you really weigh yourself?
Experts debate scale use in weight management; weekly weigh-ins offer balance, prevent obsession, and aid in health monitoring without the stress of daily numbers. -
Can you drink your fruit and vegetables? How does juice compare to the whole food?
Struggling to meet your daily fruit and veg intake? Juicing might be a nutritious, convenient alternative. -
Pain Doesn’t Belong on a Scale of Zero to 10
Pain’s complexity defies the zero-to-10 scale—EPPIC-Net seeks bespoke treatments for the multifaceted agony overlooked by opioid-focused care.
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