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Covering the health stories that make a difference. Dr Norman Swan and Dr Preeya Alexander dissect the latest and breaking news in the medical world.

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08:25

Our microbiomes might be suffering in cities

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2024/08/16

A majority of the world's population lives in cities.Our urban environments have changed rapidly, and a very different to the environments humans evolved in.This could mean we're not being exposed to the same diversity of 'good' microbes, that keep us balanced and healthy.GuestDr Jessica Stanhope, epidemiologist at the University of AdelaideKate Matthews, soil scientist at the University of AdelaideReferencesHealth by design; optimising our urban environmental microbiomes for human

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05:47

Using a cat parasite to treat difficult diseases

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2024/08/16

While humans and pathogens have waged war for millennia, even dangerous pathogens can be engineered to be helpful in the right hands.What are the qualities that make a microbe or virus so successful, and how can we harness them for good?GuestJacinta Bowler, science reporterAssociate Professor Joanne Macdonald, University of the Sunshine CoastReferencesEngineering Toxoplasma gondii secretion systems for intracellular delivery of multiple large therapeutic proteins to neurons

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05:18

Mailbag: COVID and surface spread

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2024/08/16

A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week.You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.au

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05:09

Outbreak of Legionnaires' disease

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2024/08/09

Authorities in Victoria believe they've found the source of a Legionnaires' outbreak in Melbourne that has killed two people.What do we know about the disease, and what needs to be done to avoid outbreaks?ReferencesOutbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in metropolitan MelbourneDispersion of Legionella bacteria in atmosphere: A practical source location estimation method

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08:18

Sex isn’t binary — so what does that mean for sport?

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2024/08/09

There has been a heated – and at times harmful discussion about presumed sex differences in athletes competing at the Olympic Games.While unfounded, accusations against two female boxers have reignited a discussion that has been going on for over a century about who gets to compete, and against whom.We take a look at the evidence and explain why sex isn't as binary as some would like to believe.GuestProfessor Susan Davis, endocronologist at Monash UniversityDr Madeleine Pape,

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05:54

Is additional leave going to help women going through...

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2024/08/09

Unions are calling for 10 days of reproductive leave for women going through menopause and perimenopause. They say older women are leaving the workforce early because a lack of support. But one expert argues there is no quality evidence to support this claim, and there are other issues at play. GuestProfessor Susan Davis, endocronologist at Monash University

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08:31

Diabetes patients are at higher risk of injury

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2024/08/09

People with diabetes who are treated with insulin have more than a 60 per cent increased risk of serious injury.Low blood sugar can lead to falls, while high blood sugar can lead to nerve damage, which leaves people susceptible to numbness and burns.Experts believe there is a lack of awareness about the risk of trauma when blood sugars aren’t well managed.GuestProfessor Jonathan Shaw, Baker Heart and Diabetes InstituteReferencesPeople with diabetes who are treated with insulin have

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12:04

The lesser known hepatitis E virus

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2024/08/09

Viral hepatitis infections claim the lives of 3,500 people each day.One of the lesser known kinds is hepatitis E, which can lead to acute liver failure.We explain the storied history of this virus and the current efforts to vaccinate against it.GuestDr Richie Madden, co-founder of the Hepatis E International Direct Action group

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08:18

Why people aren't getting flu vaccines

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2024/08/02

For the first time this year, there are more patients in Queensland hospitals with influenza than COVID.A survey has found people's main reasons for not vaccinating against flu were that they didn't think influenza was serious, the vaccine would give them the flu, or it wouldn't work.And we take a look at how COVID-19 continues to affect mortality rates. ReferencesAustralian Respiratory Surveillance ReportQld Health acute respiratory infection surveillance reportingNSW Respiratory

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09:23

Two new dementia risk factors identified

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2024/08/02

Dementia is the second leading cause of death of all Australians.But rates of dementia are going down, in part because people are changing their lifestyles. A major paper published in the Lancet has identified 14 modifiable risk factors — two more than previously listed. GuestEmeritus Professor David Ames, the University of Melbourne and the Florey Institute ReferencesDementia prevention, intervention, and care 2024Can sudoku really keep your brain younger for longer? -- What's

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10:43

What women need to know about the 'egg timer' test

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2024/08/02

Heard of the anti-Mullerian hormone, or the 'egg timer' test?It's marketed strongly to women in their 30s but a new study suggests some of the claims around it can be misleading.And when given more information about the test, many women decide against it.GuestDr Tessa Copp, the University of SydneyReferencesWomen’s interest, knowledge, and attitudes relating to anti-Mullerian hormone testing: a randomized controlled trial

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07:49

The paradox of double mastectomy in breast cancer

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2024/08/02

When women are diagnosed with breast cancer in just one breast – should they get a double mastectomy?A large study has assessed the impact different surgical interventions have on cancer risk and mortality.GuestDr Vasily Giannakeas, cancer epidemiologist at the Women’s College Research Innovation InstituteReferencesBilateral Mastectomy and Breast Cancer Mortality

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05:38

Mailbag: Testing for SCAD and HIV immunity

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2024/08/02

A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week.You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.au

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09:35

What the 'next Berlin patient' means for HIV treatment

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2024/07/26

The world's largest conference on HIV and AIDS has been underway in Berlin to discuss developments and breakthroughs in the field. One major story out of the conference is the remission of a patient with HIV using a new treatment method. Also, we discuss a study into mammal-to-mammal transmission of avian influenza. ReferencesThe next Berlin patient: sustained HIV remission surpassing five years without antiretroviral therapy after heterozygous CCR5 WT/Δ32 allogeneic hematopoietic

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09:44

Will new vaping laws be a boon for the black market?

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2024/07/26

New vaping laws are in place, but questions remain about whether they will address the health problems at play.Both non-nicotine and nicotine vapes are only available through a pharmacy, and only to those over 18 years of age.But some experts are concerned this could expose young people to a growing illicit market.GuestEmeritus Professor Wayne Hall, National Centre for Youth Substance Use ResearchReferencesWill Australia's tightened prescription system reduce nicotine vaping among

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12:54

The little-known cause of heart attack in young women

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2024/07/26

Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) causes heart attacks in young, healthy people with no known risk factors.Because of this, SCAD can have a devastating psychological impact.A clinic is trying to address this by providing the proper support, and connecting patients with this rare condition.GuestsProfessor Jane Maguire, SCAD survivorProfessor Robert Graham, the Victor Chang Cardiac Research InstituteDr Barbara Murphy, associate director of the Australian Centre for Heart

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09:30

The running group of cancer survivors putting...

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2024/07/26

Cancer treatment is life-saving, but it can be brutal.The side effects of chemotherapy and radiation can continue long after a person has gone into remission.A group of runners are putting into practice research that shows exercise can help, especially for nerve pain.GuestMelanie D'Souza, cancer survivorDr Chris Swain, University of Melbourne and Cancer Council VictoriaReferencesCan Walk, Can Walk programPhysical activity and pain in people with and without cancer

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04:07

Mailbag: Sex toys and asthma

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2024/07/26

A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week.You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.au

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08:41

COVID vaccines during pregnancy

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2024/07/19

US President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID.The results of a large study into women who received a COVID infection, or the vaccine during pregnancy.Alcohol products are health-washing their advertising and it seems to be working.And calls for tougher restrictions on marketing for toddler milk products.

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10:00

The Big 6 lifestyle factors to improve teen mental...

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2024/07/19

It's never been easy being a teenager, but young people these days experience particularly high levels of poor mental health. A study surveying thousands of Australian high schoolers in Year 7, and again in Year 10, has found six lifestyle behaviours that seem to have positive effects. Hint: an extra hour of sleep a night could make all the difference.

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