Inequality is bad for all Indonesians, including the middle and upper classes, because it causes more violence, more people with mental illness and less chance for us to better our lives.
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A longer life for humans and pets means more challenges for doctors and vets.
The physical impact of extreme exercise on the body is intense.
Evidence suggests that some chemicals can affect our bodies – even in very low doses. How can we better identify and act on these toxic materials?
Bugs use their own defecation to defend their young, locate their homes and increase mating opportunities. For humans, insect faeces may even have untapped medicinal properties.
It depends where you live whether pharmacies can offer services like emergency contraception and health checks.
Hamstring injuries played a major role at the 2017 world track and field championships. Without proper recovery, a hamstring injury can be career ending for some athletes.
Heart racing, quick breathing and tension headaches are just some of the ways stress changes your body.
Modern healthcare specialises, but as the population ages, many patients need more general care.
Nigeria must reduce its population growth to increase the quality of life for people in the country. A better knowledge of contraceptives can help achieve this.
Two US researchers have traced the majority of cancers to DNA replication errors during our natural cell replacement. Their finding asks for a renewed inquiry into the role of “chance” in cancer.
Speaking with: Dr Mark Blaskovich on antibiotic-resistant bacteria and the threat of superbugs
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William Isdale speaks with Mark Blaskovich about his research into antibiotic-resistant bacteria and the threat these superbugs pose to communities.
Evidence shows fat-shaming health campaigns have little effect on promoting healthy lifestyles and weight loss among fat people.
From hospital waiting lists to suicide rates, here’s how cuts affected health in Ireland and Greece.
Allowing young people to legally access marijuana will improve cannabis education and use-prevention, and hinder illegal activity.
How stubbing out cigarettes helped to clear the air.
The science is still hazy - but our abilities are clearly affected during the recovery period.
Marriage has long been tied to better health. The first study of the relationship between marriage, health and quality of life for LGBT Americans affirms the benefits of marriage – with some caveats.
Human alteration of the natural environment will make malaria increasingly difficult to control in the years to come.
The signs of a gambling problem can be hidden from view.
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Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
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Charles Perkins Centre Research Program Leader, University of Sydney
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Laureate Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Newcastle
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Honorary Enterprise Professor, School of Population and Global Health, and Department of General Practice and Primary Care, The University of Melbourne
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Lecturer, Southern Cross University
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Adjunct Senior Lecturer, Nutrition, Dietetics & Food Innovation - School of Health Sciences, UNSW Sydney
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Professor of Community Health and Wellbeing, The University of Queensland
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Associate Professor of the School of Pharmacy, University of Sydney
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Professor of Civil, Environmental & Ecological Engineering, Director of the Healthy Plumbing Consortium and Center for Plumbing Safety, Purdue University
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Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Accredited Practising Dietitian, University of South Australia
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Associate Dean for Research and Professor of Health Policy and Management, Texas A&M University
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Assistant Professor of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences, Colorado State University
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Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Black Health Lead, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto
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Professor of Medicine, University of Virginia
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