Health
Largest bust of vapes, nangs in Australia found in Perth’s north-east
“The sheer volume of nangs shows that they weren’t destined for our cake bakers.”
- by Michael Genovese
Latest
A major vaping crackdown was promised. Three months on, there’s no start date in sight
Health ministers will receive their first advice on the issue this week, but there is not yet a timeline for the reform.
- by Natassia Chrysanthos
Opinion
Alcohol
I quit booze for a month, can’t vouch for the makeover
After a month of none-days, your correspondent is a glass-half-full kind of guy. Sorry to poop the teetotal party.
- by Michael Koziol
They say it’s the best medicine, so here’s how to bring more laughter into your life
Having a good chuckle doesn’t just feel good, it’s good for you.
- by Evelyn Lewin
Exclusive
Alcohol
Hard Solo sparks formal complaint over claims it appeals to minors
The Cancer Council is concerned brewing giant Asahi is leveraging a brand popular with children to market alcohol to underage drinkers.
- by Angus Thomson
Explainer
Children's Health
It starts as an itch then the urge grows: What’s it like to have Tourette’s?
Most people with Tourette’s actually don’t swear, but their tics can be hard to control. Still, many succeed in reframing Tourette’s as just one part of who they are. What’s it like to live with this disorder?
- by Jackson Graham
Victoria names next chief health officer as Sutton signs off
Dr Clare Looker, who served as deputy to Brett Sutton during the pandemic, took the reins for a 12-month tenure on Saturday.
- by Chip Le Grand and Alex Crowe
‘Terrified to eat’: Does sugar actually feed cancer?
Many patients say they avoid sugary foods to help fight the disease, but you can’t starve a tumour.
- by Connie Chang
Why is it so hard to find my veins for blood tests?
Getting hydrated in advance and warming up your arms can help you prepare for a blood draw.
- by Trisha Pasricha
Free flu jabs as sick Queenslanders told to stay home
Flu vaccines will be free for all Queenslanders amid concern about the disease spreading among children as students return from holidays.
- by Nick Gibbs
Difficult people don’t have to dominate your life. Here’s how to deal with them
It’s human nature not to get along with everyone, but some people go beyond rubbing you up the wrong way.
- by Evelyn Lewin