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Health Report - Separate stories podcast

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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08:32

Asthma can be managed better

Health Report - Separate stories podcast ·

2024/07/19

1 in 9 Australians have asthma, but many aren’t properly managing the potentially deadly condition.Even though the symptoms of asthma can be prevented, some people aren’t reaching for a puffer until they’re in distress.And it’s leaving people unnecessarily vulnerable to asthma attacks.GuestAnthony Flynn, Director of Health Knowledge and Translation at Asthma AustraliaReferencesOral corticosteroids stewardship for asthma in adults and adolescents: A position paper from the Thoracic

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15:00

The benefits of reminiscing about the past

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2024/07/19

You've probably been warned against dwelling on the past.But — for older people — revisiting fond memories can improve physical and mental wellbeing.Reminiscence therapy can improve cognitive function, as well as ease symptoms of depression and dementia.

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07:00

Mailbag: Does hand sanitiser work against gastro?

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2024/07/19

A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including plant based meat products and hand washing for gastro.

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06:19

Move your body for your brain

Health Report - Separate stories podcast ·

2024/07/12

What's the latest on avian influenza and the risk to humans, as well as wild birds?And how specific types of exercise can help protect your brain from decline as you age.

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07:54

More pressure to adopt a sugar tax in Australia

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2024/07/12

A parliamentary report has recommended a tax on sugary drinks, which dozens of other countries have in place. Research out of the UK shows their levy has lowered the amount of added sugar kids and adults are consuming. What could a sugar tax look like in Australia?GuestDr Nina Rogers, University of CambridgeJane Martin, Food for Health AllianceReferencesEstimated changes in free sugar consumption one year after the UK soft drinks industry levy came into force

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09:59

The missing middle ground: Aboriginal alcohol programs

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2024/07/12

Indigenous and Torres Strait island communities are at greater risk of alcohol-related harms.This is both a product of colonisation and a contributor to ongoing disadvantage in Aboriginal communities.Programs to address alcohol-related harms have been divisive, which is why experts say community-led approaches are crucial.

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11:05

Sex tech for people with disabilities

Health Report - Separate stories podcast ·

2024/07/12

There are plenty of ways technology can make life easier.For people with disability tech can help with mobility, communication, pain management – and pleasure.Sex tech is a niche market that’s growing, to make pleasure accessible to all.

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06:02

Centring Indigenous voices in health research

Health Report - Separate stories podcast ·

2024/07/12

One of Australia's leading medical journals has ceded editorial control to Indigenous guest editors for a special issue.The NAIDOC Week issue highlights the importance of Indigenous involvement in health research – to better serve communities.

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05:05

Mailbag: Finding a good GP

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2024/07/12

A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week about the search to find the right GP.

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10:11

Australians are eating too much ultra-processed food

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2024/07/05

How much ultra-processed food are you eating?On average, it turns out Australians are getting close to half of their energy needs from ultra-processed foods.While convenient, a diet full of these foods can increase the risk of chronic disease.GuestDr Daisy Coyle, dietician and research fellow at the George InstituteReferencesUltra-processed foods are ‘pushing aside’ all other food groups to dominate global diets

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09:40

Clarity on vaping changes

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2024/07/05

There are changes to Australia's legislation on vaping– and more changes to come in October.Plus, a year-long inquiry into diabetes has made recommendations to improve care.

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06:59

Feeling SAD? Australians aren't immune to seasonal...

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2024/07/05

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression associated with certain times of the year. A hallmark sign someone has SAD is their symptoms completely dissipate when the season changes.While there isn't a lot of data on its prevalence in Australia, experts believe it's more common than once thought. GuestsPaige Cockburn, health reporterVicki Childs, registered counsellorReferencesSeasonal depression may be 'under-recognised' in Australia so what are the symptoms?

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09:03

Indigenous Australians with hearing loss aren't...

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2024/07/05

Even when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults report hearing loss themselves, many aren't being referred for follow-up care.That's according to new research into how hearing loss is being measured, reported and managed.And this under-recognised issue could be exacerbating existing inequalities. GuestAlice Pender, audiologist and researcher at the University of QueenslandReferencesSelf-reported hearing loss in urban Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults: unmeasured,

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06:03

Mailbag: Exercise equations and 10,000 steps

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2024/07/05

A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including responses to our story on measuring exercise with steps vs duration and another look at deprescribing.

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05:41

There's not enough advice on how to wean off medication

Health Report - Separate stories podcast ·

2024/06/28

We're all familiar with being prescribed medication, but how often is your doctor advising you on how to eventually stop taking certain drugs?This is especially an issue for medications like opioids, benzodiazepines and even antidepressants.There are calls for better guidelines on deprescribing, to make sure the process of weaning off medications is as clear as possible.

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13:17

What the hell is wrong with me?

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2024/06/28

While we know a lot about what can go wrong in the body, we don't know everything.One GP says she has seen hundreds of people with so-called 'functional symptoms' who never get a diagnosis – but nonetheless deserve treatment.In her new book, Dr Gillian Deakin offers a guide to patients and doctors grappling with symptoms without a known cause.

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07:54

You don't have to put up with heavy periods

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2024/06/28

What is normal when it comes to menstruation? Is it a monthly hindrance, or something that significantly impacts your life?There are treatments available for people struggling with heavy periods.And experts want them to know they don't have to jump to the most extreme solutions to find relief.

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05:54

Why we run out of some medications

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2024/06/28

Certain medicines are in short supply in Australia – so why does this happen and what's being done about it.The Therapeutic Goods Administration keeps up to date information on medicine shortages in Australia on their website.

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07:06

Measuring exercise with steps vs duration

Health Report - Separate stories podcast ·

2024/06/28

Exercise is good for you – that's stating the obvious. But adhering to exercise can be difficult.New research suggests tracking your activity with step count might be just as beneficial as tracking the time you spend exercising – especially in older people.

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07:40

Developing drugs to fight sepsis

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2024/06/21

Sepsis is a potentially deadly condition that happens when the immune system has an extreme response to infection.It can cause irreversible organ damage.Australian researchers are developing a new drug designed to restore cells that become degraded.

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