Do you really need 8 glasses of water a day? An exercise scientist explains why your kidneys say 'no'

Apr 23, 2021 12:02 pm UTC| Health

The warmer weather and longer days have inspired reminders to stay hydrated and drink eight glasses of water or about two liters a day. Not to burst anyones water bottle, but healthy people can actually die from...

Clear evidence for a link between pro-inflammatory diets and 27 chronic diseases. Here’s how you can eat better

Apr 23, 2021 12:00 pm UTC| Health

Almost half of all Australians live with a chronic disease, which contribute to some 90% of deaths. Its no secret our diet can have a major impact on our health. But our new umbrella review, published this week in...

Why calculating the risk of the AstraZeneca vaccine is so difficult – a doctor explains

Apr 23, 2021 11:55 am UTC| Health

Both the European Medicines Agency and the UKs Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency have concluded theres a possible link between the AstraZeneca vaccine and rare forms of blood clotting. However, the...

High-filtration masks only work when they fit – so we created a new way to test if they do

Apr 22, 2021 05:58 am UTC| Health

During the pandemic, the prevailing thought has been that a high-filtration mask such as an N95, KN95 or FFP3 should offer better protection than a surgical or fabric mask. However, recent research I conducted with...

What to drink with dinner to get the most iron from your food (and what to avoid)

Apr 22, 2021 05:57 am UTC| Health

A drink with your breakfast, lunch or dinner can make your meal more enjoyable. But have you considered whether your drink of choice may affect the way your body absorbs the nutrients in your food? Dietary factors that...

Vaccine mandates aren't the only – or easiest – way for employers to compel workers to get their shots

Apr 22, 2021 05:50 am UTC| Health

A workplace showdown may be brewing over mandating vaccinations. Employers would love the sense of certainty that comes with a vaccinated workforce. Workers can be brought back sooner than later, theres no need for...

Should Diabetics Wear Loose Top Socks?

Apr 22, 2021 02:33 am UTC| Health

Diabetic patients need the best innovative methods and products to get relief from pain. There are diabetic socks with loose top ends for people with diabetes. These diabetic socks keep the feet dry, reduce the injury...