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I have hay fever. How can I tell what I’m allergic to?

The exact timing of the symptoms depends on your exposure to an allergen, or the thing youâ€™re allergic to. Hereâ€™s how to work that out.

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Scurvy is largely a historical disease but there are signs it’s making a comeback

Doctors in developed countries have recently reported treating cases of scurvy. Hereâ€™s why we might see more of it.

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1 in 5 Australians admit they don’t wash their hands every time they use the toilet

Australiaâ€™s Food Safety Information Council has released its latest report card on the countryâ€™s hand washing habits, so whoâ€™s doing well when it comes to hand hygiene, whoâ€™s not â€“ and why does it matter?

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Readers response: How do you handle changes in energy levels as you age?

We asked our reader how they cope with their changing levels of ability as they get older. Here's what you said.

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Why do I have hay fever? I didn’t have it as a child

No, youâ€™re not imagining it. Some people really do develop hay fever as an adult. Here are three key reasons why.

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Trying to lose weight? Here’s why your genetics could be just as important as your exercise regime

Weight loss is a complicated process. There are so many factors involved including your diet, with a recent study showing that your specific genetic profile may also have a dominant effect on how well you lose weight through exercise.

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"Absolute king of kings": Nedd Brockmann completes incredible 1600km run

The 25-year-old ultra-marathon legend has crossed the finish line following a gruelling 1600km run over 12 days, raising $2.6 million for a good cause

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Are you over 75? Here’s what you need to know about vitamin D

Vitamin D is essential for bone health, immune function and overall wellbeing, and it becomes even more crucial as we age.

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An unbroken night’s sleep is a myth. Here’s what good sleep looks like

Itâ€™s normal to wake up several times during the night, even if you donâ€™t remember it, but feeling sleepy during the day could be a sign thereâ€™s something else going on.

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I have a stuffy nose, how can I tell if it’s hay fever, COVID or something else?

The symptoms of hay fever, a cold and COVID can often cross over, so it's important to know what you're suffering from in order to treat it effectively.

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Is there anything good about menopause? Yep, here are 4 things to look forward to

We hear a lot about the downsides of midlife hormonal changes. But what about the gifts that menopause can bring?

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Helping alleviate the pain of arthritis

Arborvitae Health and Wellbeing offers a natural, clinically supported supplement range, designed to target arthritis-related pain and inflammation, helping Australians improve mobility and overall quality of life.

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I have hay fever. How can I tell what I’m allergic to?

Scurvy is largely a historical disease but there are signs it’s making a comeback

1 in 5 Australians admit they don’t wash their hands every time they use the toilet

Readers response: How do you handle changes in energy levels as you age?

Why do I have hay fever? I didn’t have it as a child

Trying to lose weight? Here’s why your genetics could be just as important as your exercise regime

"Absolute king of kings": Nedd Brockmann completes incredible 1600km run

Are you over 75? Here’s what you need to know about vitamin D

An unbroken night’s sleep is a myth. Here’s what good sleep looks like

I have a stuffy nose, how can I tell if it’s hay fever, COVID or something else?

Is there anything good about menopause? Yep, here are 4 things to look forward to

Helping alleviate the pain of arthritis

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