Cannabis use among older adults in the U.S. reaches record
A new study shows that more older adults in the United States are using marijuana than ever before, with 7% of people aged 65...
Swallowing magnets sends hundreds of children to hospital, doctors urge parents to stay alert
Doctors in the UK are warning parents to be extremely cautious when buying toys that contain magnets, after a new study revealed that around...
A universal vaccine for swine, human and bird flu
For decades, getting a flu shot every year has been a routine for many people around the world. Flu viruses change and evolve so...
Bird flu in cats raises fears of a new pandemic
As spring brings the return of migrating birds, experts are raising alarms about the spread of bird flu (H5N1) in cats and its potential...
Study finds big life expectancy differences across U.S. states
A major study led by researchers from Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) has uncovered significant differences in life expectancy across U.S. states and...
What are the symptoms of measles? How long does the vaccine last? Experts answer...
So far in 2025 (as of May 1), 70 cases of measles have been notified in Australia, with all states and territories except Tasmania...
The bad effects of smoking, drinking and lack of exercise are felt by mid-30s
A new study has found that unhealthy habits like smoking, drinking too much alcohol, and not getting enough exercise can already start harming mental...
Why so many people are taking the plunge into icy water
Cold-water plunges are having a moment.
From celebrities like Harry Styles and Lady Gaga to athletes and influencers, more and more people are jumping into...
1 in 10 tunnel workers could develop silicosis
Around 10% of underground tunnel workers in Queensland could develop silicosis, our new study has found.
Silicosis is a serious, incurable lung disease caused by...
Chewing gum may release microplastics into your mouth, study suggests
A new study has found that chewing gum may release hundreds of tiny plastic particles—called microplastics—directly into the mouth. While the research is still...