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Christmas can be a challenge for people with hearing loss. Here are 7 ways you can support

Christmas can be a challenge for people with hearing loss. Here are 7 ways you can support

For many people, Christmas can be the most social time of the year. The holiday season is often filled with parties, lunches, dinners and all kinds of celebrations with family, friends and colleagues. However, for adults with hearing loss, these social gatherings can present unique challenges. Communicating with others can be arduous, especially in group […]

Let’s get the boat out! 5 tips to stay safe and sound on the water if you fancy a drink

Let’s get the boat out! 5 tips to stay safe and sound on the water if you fancy a drink

Australia is a country of boaters, with one of the highest rates of boat ownership in the world. It’s approx million vessels registered in Australia and one in ten Australians holds a boating licence. Although it is estimated that 18% of the Australian population goes boating every year, 29% of boaters say they do poor […]

We surveyed 20 locations around the world and found the most common diseases associated with voluntary assisted dying

We surveyed 20 locations around the world and found the most common diseases associated with voluntary assisted dying

More and more countries are legalizing voluntary assisted dying. This allows a doctor, or sometimes a nurse, to administer life-ending drugs to an eligible person who asks for it. From 2023 282 million people lived in regions where voluntary assisted dying is legal. In jurisdictions such as the Netherlands, Belgium and Oregon, such laws have […]

How to avoid some of the most common health risks at Christmas – from a practicing GP

How to avoid some of the most common health risks at Christmas – from a practicing GP

It has become customary for our office Christmas party to hold a team quiz, followed by a fun round of the Twelve Days of Christmas. It usually ends in chaos. As a practicing GP, I think it may be worth summarizing the clinical risks of the season instead. So now we all begin together: “On […]

An imaging company donated X-rays and CT scans of its patients to an artificial intelligence company. How did it happen?

An imaging company donated X-rays and CT scans of its patients to an artificial intelligence company. How did it happen?

Australia’s largest provider of radiology services, I-MEDhas provided anonymized patient data to an artificial intelligence company without the patient’s explicit consent, Crikey recently reported. The data included images such as X-rays and CT scans, which were used to train the artificial intelligence. This prompted investigation by a citizen Office of the Australian Information Commissioner. Follows […]

Why should you avoid doing the same workout every day if you want to improve your fitness?

Why should you avoid doing the same workout every day if you want to improve your fitness?

Consistency is key when it comes to getting in shape. After all, you can’t get fit if you don’t put in the work in the gym. But are there any benefits to doing the same workout day after day? Some influencers say yes – saying that doing it exactly the same training for years was […]

Why the power of turmeric+ is best for a fit inflammatory response

Why the power of turmeric+ is best for a fit inflammatory response

A fit inflammatory response will serve everyone well. You can assist yourself by eating a balanced diet, prioritizing gut health, managing stress and exercising regularly. Taking a supplement to support normal inflammatory processes may also be helpful – but with so many supplements available on the market, which one should you choose? If you are […]

Holidays facilitate us rest and regenerate. However, the Greeks and Romans were not always convinced of this

Holidays facilitate us rest and regenerate. However, the Greeks and Romans were not always convinced of this

Greek philosopher Plutarch of Chaeronea (1st-2nd century AD) observed that our lives are divided between relaxation and effort. For example, there are times when we work and times when we are on vacation. He said rest was important: : Rest gives you the taste of work. In old Greece and Rome, many people also believed […]

Up-to-date study reveals the effects of coffee on the gut microbiome

Up-to-date study reveals the effects of coffee on the gut microbiome

When we think about products that improve the gut microbiome, probiotic-rich sauerkraut, yogurt and kimchi certainly come to mind. But these aren’t the only foods that support a hearty gut. Certain polyphenols – beneficial compounds found in plants – are known to nourish the gut microbiome. †No detection or below detectable limits. mindbodygreen’s Pure Coffee+ […]

My experience transitioning from Pilates to strength training + tips

My experience transitioning from Pilates to strength training + tips

Beauty and health editor Hannah Frye is the beauty and health editor at mindbodygreen. She earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a minor in women’s, gender and queer studies from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Hannah has written articles on lifestyle topics including beauty, women’s health, mental health, sustainability, social media trends […]