Celebrating the work of WWI nurses
Monday the 25th April marks the 101st anniversary of the ANZAC troops landing on Gallipoli. But…
Health, Science & Tech
How do obstetricians and midwives feel after a traumatic birth?
Giving birth is a joyous experience for most mums, but when it goes wrong, it can…
Hospital vs homebirth: which one is more cost-effective?
Could encouraging more women to give birth at home save tax payers money? Overseas studies costing…
The health and environmental cost of pesticides
Pesticides are used internationally primarily as a means to control weed and pest populations, but often…
Seafood fraud and the importance of eco-labelling
85% of the world's fisheries are being pushed beyond their biological limits - that figure comes…
Smart garbage bins could mean less waste to landfill
You've probably heard of smart cities, but have you heard of smart bins? A group of…
Will a uniform volumetric tax on alcohol reduce alcohol-related harm?
Alcohol costs the Australian society between $15 billion and $36 billion per year. Does increasing the…
Food, water, contraception – why we need to remember women in aid
When disaster strikes, Australia launches into action, providing essential relief to aid the nation impacted. When…
Could thunderstorm asthma worsen with climate change?
In November last year, a thunderstorm hit Victoria that resulted in 8500 people seeking hospital treatment…
The future of seafood – what is aquaculture?
In Australia, the average person consumes around 25 kilograms of seafood each year... times that by…
The mite that’s killing our bee populations
Tomatoes, apples, pears, kiwi fruit, potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, watermelon, cucumber - you literally name anything…
Recovery after ICU not meeting patients needs
Intensive care can be a traumatic time for people suffering from illness, but does the trauma…