While they might seem alike, there are some fundamental differences between the two, report researchers Jennifer Koplin and Desalegn Markos Shifti At one time or another, you’ve probably come across someone who is lactose intolerant and might experience some unpleasant gut symptoms if they have dairy....
Karley Beckman and Tiffani Apps report on why this is important and 3 questions you should ask before you say yes If you are a parent of a school student, you may have received a form seeking permission to use your child’s image on school social...
Clinical Trials Director Nick Fuller has some tips on how to stop ‘weight creep’. As we enter a new year armed with resolutions to improve our lives, there’s a good chance we’ll also be carrying something less helpful: extra kilos. At least half a kilogram, to...
Researchers Nicole Rinehart and David Moseley look closely at the questions that remain for those who don’t get NDIS support The Federal Government recently released Australia’s first National Autism Strategy, with A$42 million of funding for the first stage of the strategy. Many autistic Australians and their...
Katharine Clifton has a less-than-enthusiastic response to her daughter being assessed as gifted. Almost six months ago, my daughter was diagnosed as gifted. It came about when she performed well beyond expectations in a vocabulary test at her three-and-a-half-year check-up and the maternal health nurse suggested...
Daryl Higgins and Gabrielle Hunt report on why sleepovers can be a fun part of childhood, and can foster independence, friendship, and resilience. Feeling unsure about your child going to a sleepover is completely normal. You might be worried about how well you know the host family,...
A new school year can see friendships change – this is tough on kids, but parents can help, writes Karyn Healy The start of the school year means new classes, routines, after-school activities and sometimes even a new school. This can be a really exciting time for...
With a ‘tradwife’ starring in Married at First Sight (MAFS), a nostalgic vision of womanhood takes centre stage, writes Christina Vogels When Married at First Sight Australia bride Lauren Hall said her main goal was to “serve” her man, the reality show contestant was reflecting a...
Researchers Archana Koirala, Bianca Middleton, Margie Danchin, Peter McIntyre and Rebecca Doyle look at what other vaccines you need when you’re expecting? From February 3, pregnant women in Australia were eligible for a free RSV vaccine under the National Immunisation Program. This vaccine is designed to protect...
Australian families are choosing private schools more than ever before – we need to understand why, reports Sally Larsen The shape of Australia’s school system is undergoing a significant change. Enrolments in independent schools are growing, while fewer students attend public schools. Why are more families choosing...
