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Ritalin is often first choice for ADHD – but a new Australian guide says there’s no one-size-fits-all
When Emma* was diagnosed with ADHD in 2022, her psychiatrist immediately prescribed her Ritalin. There was no discussion about different ADHD medications, or that people with ADHD can respond differently to different stimulants. Emma says the diagnosis “was a therapy in itself”. While Ritalin alleviated some of her symptoms, it also made her anxious. In late 2023 she was admitted to hospital with heart attack symptoms, where she says doctors...
HealthHow monkeys are helping us understand why we 'choke under pressure'
Whether it's performing on stage or giving an important presentation at work, these kinds of tasks can cause some people to get overwhelmed and cause them to "choke under pressure". But what exactly happens inside our brains when this happens? Well, a new study has sought to understand why these scenarios can elicit this response. The research publ...
HealthUnique nutritional flour improves aged care residents' health in Queensland program
Lupin is traditionally used to feed cattle in Australia but aged care facilities are now adding it to their residents' food. The nutritional results experienced in the program are being labelled as "remarkable".
HealthNew 'exosuit' giving Australian soldiers an extra edge
It sounds like the stuff of science fiction, but hundreds of suits are already on order.
HealthSukhdeep wants to see her mother while she is still alive – but Australia’s visa rules have left her in limbo
Sukhdeep Kaur sits in her living room in Melbourne, phone in hand, day after day, waiting for her mother, Ranwant, to call from Ludhiana in India. The phone rings in the evenings – when the time difference and her mother’s cancer treatment schedule allow them to speak. Sometimes Ranwant is crying. Often she asks to spend time with her daughter before her health deteriorates further. “She is 75 years old, she is calling me every day to see her,”...
HealthMpox cases in Australia have risen by 570 per cent since July, but vaccination rates remain low
Between July and September 26, the number of mpox cases increased by more than 570 per cent to a total of 724. One way to address to growing number of cases is increasing vaccination rates.
HealthScientists warn of 'silent pandemic' caused by deadly fungus infections
Scientists have raised an alarming new health concern concerning deadly fungal infections becoming resistant to medications. Fungal infections are creating a "silent pandemic," according to a group of scientists from The University of Manchester, the Westerdijk Institute and the University of Amsterdam. According to the study authors, most of the f...
HealthScientists confirm existence of 'third state' which lies beyond life and death
Scientists have established the existence of a “third state” which lies beyond the traditional boundaries of life and death. Traditionally, death has been understood as the moment when an organism ceases, irreversibly, to function as a whole. And yet, practices such as organ donation show that organs, tissues and cells can continue to work even aft...
HealthDeadly childhood disease spikes suddenly after corona
There was hardly any whooping cough because of the strict corona measures. But now that the pandemic has been behind us for a while, this deadly childhood disease is striking twice again. Pertussis is characterized by these symptoms: incessant coughing, wheezing, vomiting after coughing or even turning blue. In milder cases, it may manifest “only” as a typical cold, with sneezing, a runny nose, fever and a slight cough. But the number of...
HealthHow important is it to look after your dogs' teeth?
From toothpastes and toothbrushes to chews and toys, there are a range of at-home dental products for dogs. But what actually works to help prevent dental disease in your dog?
HealthThe 10 best-paid jobs in the US – see if yours make the list
The 10 best-paid jobs in the US – see if yours make the list
HealthScientists discover method of tricking body into burning calories by removing one gene
A team of scientists have found removing just one gene from fat tissue can trick the body into speeding up its metabolism and burning more calories without the need for regular dieting. The study focused on a protein called PHD2 which is found at high levels in brown adipose tissue, a type of body fat that is activated in cold temperatures to help ...
HealthClever hack to organise kitchen drawers
"I feel so silly that I never thought of this." The post Clever hack to organise kitchen drawers appeared first on Better Homes & Gardens.
Health“40 million dead”: global health seriously threatened by new crisis
Antibiotic resistance, humanity's new scourge. The medical journal The Lancet, in a recent study, reveals the disastrous consequences of this phenomenon. By 2050, nearly 40 million people could die. The study assesses the impact of antibiotic resistance in the coming years. Researchers collected data from more than 520 million people in 204 countries. They looked at 22 pathogens, 84 combinations between pathogens and treatments as well as 11...
HealthCloth nappies: everything you need to know before you take the plunge
One of the least enticing aspect of raising a baby is possibly dealing with the constant hassle, expense and wastefulness of nappies. If overflowing, smelly bins plus $20 (or more) a week spent on single-use products doesn’t appeal to you, you’re probably leaning toward modern cloth nappies. Of course, cloth nappies are not for everyone. The first few months of a baby’s life are incredibly hard and not everyone will be in a position to do the...
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