Will it work? asks Jessica Kaufman and Julie Leask Last week, the Australian government announced a new National Immunisation Strategy for 2025–30. This strategy sets out the government’s priorities for improving vaccine uptake for children, adolescents and adults over the next five years. It comes at an...
Who is at risk of whooping cough? It doesn’t just affect babies, report Niall Johnston, Helen Quinn and Phoebe Williams. Tomsickova Tatyana/Shutterstock Whooping cough (pertussis) is always circulating in Australia, and epidemics are expected every three to four years. However, the numbers we’re seeing with the current surge...
New research shows it doesn’t stop long-term impacts on development, reports researcher Mia McLean Infants born very preterm spend weeks or even months in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) while their immature brains are still developing. During this time, they receive up to 16 painful procedures...
Everyday drugs like paracetamol are sending kids to hospital — here’s how to keep yours safe Most of us have paracetamol in the cupboard. Maybe an old antibiotic or a half-used bottle of cough syrup. But did you know that nearly 100 Australian children end up...
Looking for a warm winter soup that is a meal in itself? This is one of Donna’s great soups that will make a great family meal—just add crusty fresh bread! Ingredients ⅓ cup (85g) Thai red curry paste 1 x 400ml can of coconut milk 2...
As children approach their final year of school, keeping a sense of perspective can be useful for students and over-eager parents alike, writes Elizabeth Quinn. Navigating Year 12: Why Parents Need Perspective Too Year 12 can be a trying time for both students and their parents. Even...
Sonja Walker’s minute-by-minute planning means that her parties pass muster with all the troops. Navigating the Birthday Party Minefield Birthday parties can be a minefield for unsuspecting parents. Who should be invited and who shouldn’t be invited? How many kids is too many? How long should it last?...
ADHD and autism are different, but on social media, those differences are shrinking, report researchers Jemima Kang, Dr Mike Conway and Professor Nick Haslam A study of Reddit communities has found that the terms ADHD and autism have taken on a similar meaning, and the communities...
Relationship expert Kristina Scharp describes the problem and outlines the research agenda. Holidays are often a time of strengthening family bonds and relationships. But for those who have difficult relationships with siblings, parents and extended family, it can be a stressful and upsetting time. We asked Kristina Scharp...
1 in 25 Australians have been estranged from their families, writes Marina Deller. True stories about this can make people feel less alone. Have you stopped speaking to one or more of your parents or a sibling? If so, you’re not alone. Family estrangement is a...
