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Four cyclists gliding along in the sunrise at the Trapiche in Pelotas, Brazil.

Staying physically active cuts risk of early death by 40 per cent

11 July 2025
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Analysis

Medicinal cannabis is big business. But the latest clampdown won’t curb unsafe prescribing

10 July 2025
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Algae unlocks a cheaper, greener and more ethical way to grow cells

9 July 2025
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Child hearing loss more common in culturally and linguistically diverse families

9 July 2025
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Tiny antibody has big impact on deadly Hendra and Nipah viruses

9 July 2025
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Analysis

Rewriting the rulebook on schizophrenia meds: why it’s time to rethink clozapine protocols

3 July 2025
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Why we cheer louder for homegrown heroes

3 July 2025
Glass being filled from kitchen tap

Fluoride has greater benefits for vulnerable children

2 July 2025
Two young women using vapes outdoors.

Peer influence drives youth vaping epidemic

2 July 2025
Examples of 'good' fats: nuts, seeds, olives, avocado, fish oil supplements.

‘Good’ fats and inflammation: more complex than first thought

30 June 2025