The US health economy is big, but is it better?
Nearly one-fifth of US GDP is spent on health care. Where does all of that money go?
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Some private hospitals are safer than others, but we don’t know which
Australians can't tell which private hospital is safer then the next because the data isn't publicly available. It's time that changed.
Cycling to work: major new study suggests health benefits are staggering
Pedal to the office and your risk of an early death drop by over 40%.
You may die sooner than we thought – but here’s why that might be a good thing
The health of our pensions can ebb and flow with mortality rates, and the latest data has delivered a shock.
Health-care spending has only a modest effect on lifespan and premature death
Our new meta-analysis, which pooled results from 65 studies, looked at health-care spending by both the private and public sectors including preventive and curative care.
There’s no need to lock older people into nursing homes ‘for their own safety’
Older people in nursing homes or aged care facilities are often locked up "for their own safety", which new research says isn't usually needed.
Weekend warrior exercise: is it good for you?
A new study examines the benefits of cramming all of your weekly exercise in at the weekend.
Which sports are best for health and long life?
Adults who participate in a high overall level of sports and exercise are at 34% lower risk of death than those who never or rarely engage in such activities.
FactCheck: Is suicide one of the leading causes of maternal death in Australia?
The clinical committee reviewing obstetrics services for the federal government's Medicare review said suicide is one of the leading causes of maternal death in Australia. Is that true?
Drugs fatalities overtake car fatalities for the first time
Opiates have emerged as a significant threat to public health in the UK.
The stand-up’s paradox: the funnier you are, the faster you die
Stand-up comedians die two to three years younger than comedic and dramatic actors. And the funnier they are judged to be, the greater their risk of dying.
How climate change will affect what we eat in 2050
Climate change means the number of overweight and obese people will fall by 2050, but these benefits will be massively outdone by a rise in underweight and malnourished people.
Cutting hospital death rate at weekends is achievable – but keep a close eye on the number of admissions
Jeremy Hunt's solution to cutting deaths in hospitals at the weekend is to increase staff levels. But is it just a fudge?
Health Check: five reasons to put the kettle on and have a cup of tea
Put the kettle on and relax with a cuppa; your brain, heart and waistline will thank you.
The role of science in reaching development goals
Science has had a crucial role in helping to meet the targets of the Millennium Development Goals. But there's much more to do.
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