Young child becomes WA's latest meningococcal case
Young child becomes WA's latest meningococcal case, taking 2016 tally to 20 Posted November 04, 2016 18:17:07 The Department of Health has confirmed a young child has been diagnosed with meningococcal disease, taking the number of confirmed cases in WA to 20 this year.The department said the patient was linked to a case revealed earlier this week involving a preschool-aged child.In a separate case an adult was also diagnosed with the disease.All three patients are now..>> view originalUse keywords to search content on this website
IT’S confronting viewing.Staring straight down the camera, four women share horrific details of being raped.“One man held me down, while another touched me,” one woman says.“I didn’t know what I had done wrong,” says another.“After, I felt like I was nothing.”Holding back tears, the rape survivors reveal how they were made pregnant, used, treated like “an object”, and made to feel worthless.VIDEOBut then, a confronting twist.One woman holds up a picture of a cow while saying “because I am you, o..>> view originalPregnant woman's urine can predict foetus' birth weight
The weight of a foetus can be determined by inspecting the would-be-mother’s urine, claim scientists. A recent study by Biomed Central says that urine of a mommy-to-be can help identifying lifestyle interventions that help maintain a healthy birth weight for their baby. Abnormal foetal growth and birth weight are well-established risk factors for chronic diseases later in life, including the development of type-2 diabetes and obesity. Mireille Toledano, co-lead author of the research said, “W..>> view originalThousands expected to flood Trigg Beach for start of abalone season
Up to 10,000 people are expected to descend on Trigg Beach on Sunday morning to mark the beginning of the recreational abalone season.The season is one of the most strictly managed fisheries in the world, with fishers only allowed to collect the seafood delicacy between 7am and 8am on the first Sunday of each month from November to March. More News Videos Previous slide Next slide Abalone fisher chases a shark Snake works on tan at South Fremantle Beach ..>> view originalAnti-tobacco campaigners want cigarette tax hike in Asia on World No Tobacco Day
Anti-tobacco campaigners want cigarette tax hike in Asia on World No Tobacco Day Updated July 10, 2014 16:49:20 Anti-smoking campaigners are targeting the low cost of cigarettes in Asia as part of World No Tobacco Day.Cigarettes are cheap in many Asian countries, with packets selling for around $US1.But Kylie Lindorff from Cancer Council Victoria says raising taxes is one of the most important things a government can do to deter smoking."Experience from Australia tells ..>> view originalDurban celebs and Movember ambassadors join two shave-off events
For the past 13 years, across 21 countries, Movember has become a global effort to raise funds and awareness around the often-ignored issue of men's health. Men are encouraged to start Movember clean-shaven and then to grow and groom a moustache (or Mo) for the entire month with the slogan - Help change the face of men's health. Sign up, Grow a Mo, save a Bro.Local Durban celebs and Movember ambassadors joined the two shave-off events on 1 November. Lotus FM’s Neville Pillay and Ryan Naicker wer..>> view originalFirefighting chemicals found in shellfish in Ludmilla, Rapid creeks in Darwin
Firefighting chemicals found in shellfish in Ludmilla, Rapid creeks in Darwin Updated November 04, 2016 16:44:39 There are fresh calls for people not to eat aquatic food from two local creeks near a RAAF base, after toxic chemicals were found in some shellfish.The call from the Northern Territory Government comes after the release of a new report commissioned by the Health Department to test sediments and aquatic life for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).It co..>> view originalChild obesity rises in the holidays: study
Childhood obesity rates increase during the holidays, according to new research.We all know over indulgence during the festive season leads to weight gain among adults.Perhaps not surprisingly, a US study published in journal Obesity has found this time of year can be a major risk factor for weight gain among children too. Associate Professor Paul von Hippel from the LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas in Austin says schools have never been a big part of the childhood obesit..>> view originalCartel claims against surgeons to be investigated
Concerns about potential cartel behaviour among Australian surgeons has been referred to the Australian Health Ministers' Advisory Council for further investigation.In September, Fairfax Media revealed claims that overseas-trained surgeons were facing anti-competitive behaviour that reached into the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons - a powerful group that largely controls the supply of surgeons in Australia and, allegedly, the level of competition and fees they can charge. Mor..>> view originalSydney Open
For one weekend a year, Sydney Open unlocks the doors of the city’s most important, inspiring and intriguing buildings and spaces. See inside Sydney heritage treasures and architectural landmarks. Follow us on Twitter and check out our photography club Clique>> view original
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