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We asked five experts: do we have to poo every day?

All experts agreed there's nothing to worry about if you don't go every day.

Time for bed: Anti-cancer drug putting cancer cells into a permanent sleep

Australian scientists have discovered a new type of anti-cancer drug that can put cancer cells into a permanent sleep.

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Using synthetic biology to catch synthetic athletes

The dizzying amount of banned substances and doping techniques that are known to be in use by some athletes in elite sports has made the challenge of detecting them immense. Using synthetic biology to re-engineer a common diagnostic tool, we might be on the verge of a revolution in our capacity to catch cheats.

Antibiotic resistance: the epidemic is here

Despite the experts' warnings, antibiotic resistance is showing no signs of slowing down.

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Busting vaccine myths with science

Because the only thing we want going viral is the truth.

Australia braces for flu season, 100 years after Spanish influenza killed one in 10

With just weeks before the flu season officially starts, and when it comes to pandemics, the 1918 Spanish influenza taught us prevention is most definitely better than a cure.

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Taking a closer look at the flu

Last year was the worst flu season on record and it's coming back around again. As you go off to get our annual flu jab we ask how much do you really know about the flu?

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An App(le) a day keeps the doctor away

Smartphones come with sensors that track behaviours such as our internet history, where we go, music we listen to, and to whom we speak. The habitual nature of people means this data could be used to gain insight into our mental well-being.

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Five hearty facts about your ticker

Our hearts are amazing, finely tuned pumps that work tirelessly to keep us alive. Read on to learn a few choice facts about your ticker.

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Nanoneedles: just what the doctor will order

While med pods are still the realm of sci-fi, our researchers are scouting out some space age next-gen health solutions to help solve Australia’s greatest health challenges.

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Damn that’s delicious: low-carb cook ups

More recipes, more exercises, updated science and flexible food options – our Low-carb Every Day book is bigger and better than ever.

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Blood alcohol level explained (and other tips for keeping it classy this silly season)

Does the 'seal' exist and can you break it? Can you drive if you have one standard drink per hour? We're busting drinking myths this festive season.

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