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What causes the itch in mozzie bites? And why do some people get such a bad reaction?

Warmer weather is here and so are the mosquitoes. Hereâ€™s what happens when a mozzie bites and our body reacts.

New study suggests weight loss drugs like Ozempic could help with knee pain. Here’s why there may be a link

A recent study found semaglutide â€“ the drug known as Ozempic â€“ can improve knee pain in people with obesity and osteoarthritis.

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How hip pain led Sydney karate master to life-changing weight loss journey

Karate instructor and personal trainer Glenn Stephenson knows the toll that joint pain and extra weight can take on physical activity, even after decades as a martial arts coach.

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Balance declines with age, but exercise can help stave off some of the risk of falling

Lifestyle factors like physical activity, diet and sleep can lower the â€˜biological ageâ€™ of your cells and tissues and reduce age-related physical decline.

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Readers response: What’s the best advice you’ve received on staying healthy as you age?

We asked to our readers to share the most valuable tips they have received on how to stay fit and healthy in retirement years.

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The latest COVID booster will soon be available. Should I get one? Am I eligible?

Yet another new COVID booster has recently been approved by the TGA. Hereâ€™s what to know about the JN.1 shot.

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Menopause is having a moment. How a new generation of women are shaping cultural attitudes

Celebrities have been sharing their personal experiences on social media and we are seeing more stories about menopause on television â€“ helping fuel a wave of advocacy.

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Hospice nurse shares what happens to the body after death

A healthcare expert has revealed the reality of what happens to the human body in the minutes, hours and days after we die.

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Fasting, eating earlier in the day or eating fewer meals – what works best for weight loss?

Is one formula for weight loss more likely to result in success than another? If you do want to lose weight, it's important to choose a method that works best for you and your lifestyle.

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Can you die from long COVID? The answer is not so simple

While long COVID may not be immediately or directly life-threatening, it could exacerbate existing conditions.

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Don’t like drinking plain water? 10 healthy ideas for staying hydrated this summer

If you donâ€™t consume enough water, you may experience symptoms of dehydration such as headaches, dizziness, tiredness, low concentration, constipation and a dry mouth.

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Humans evolved to share beds – how your sleeping companions may affect you now

Your partner cannot only affect how deeply you sleep, but also your duration, comfortability and overall quality of your sleep.

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What causes the itch in mozzie bites? And why do some people get such a bad reaction?

New study suggests weight loss drugs like Ozempic could help with knee pain. Here’s why there may be a link

How hip pain led Sydney karate master to life-changing weight loss journey

Balance declines with age, but exercise can help stave off some of the risk of falling

Readers response: What’s the best advice you’ve received on staying healthy as you age?

The latest COVID booster will soon be available. Should I get one? Am I eligible?

Menopause is having a moment. How a new generation of women are shaping cultural attitudes

Hospice nurse shares what happens to the body after death

Fasting, eating earlier in the day or eating fewer meals – what works best for weight loss?

Can you die from long COVID? The answer is not so simple

Don’t like drinking plain water? 10 healthy ideas for staying hydrated this summer

Humans evolved to share beds – how your sleeping companions may affect you now

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