Health & Wellbeing

1 February 2026

Don’t give up this early!

HOW many times have you set New Year’s resolutions to get fitter, quit a bad habit or exercise more, only to fall back into old routines once the holidays end? While motivation can fade fast, staying healthy is a year-round goal and a little planning...

1 February 2026

Childless women seek mental health help at higher rates

WOMEN without children are increasingly turning to mental health services at higher rates than mothers, according to new research from the University of Queensland. The study, led by Dr Chuyao Jin from UQ’s School of Public Health, analysed data from...

1 February 2026

Bedtime temps keep heart stresses down

MAINTAINING a bedroom temperature of 24C overnight can reduce stress responses in older adults while they sleep, new research from Griffith University has found. Griffith’s School of Allied Health, Sport and Social Work researcher Dr Fergus O’Connor ...

31 January 2026

Good sleep leads to better health

GETTING a good night’s sleep is important at any age and older adults need just as much as everyone else: seven to nine hours each night. What often changes with age is how people sleep. Many people start feeling sleepy earlier in the evening and wak...

27 January 2026

New year, new focus on health

As the new year begins, rural and remote Australians are being encouraged to take a moment to check in on their health — and make preventative care a priority for the year ahead. Whether it’s booking a routine check-up or following up on a lingering ...

25 January 2026

Rural Australians urged to prioritise health checks in 2026

Rural and remote Australians are being encouraged to start the year by putting their health first, with doctors urging people to book a routine check-up and make preventive care a priority. The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine says the...

25 January 2026

Turn resolutions into results

Australians hoping to turn New Year’s resolutions into real, lasting change need to choose the right goals, plan for setbacks and build habits that fit into daily life, according to nonprofit educational organisation Toastmasters. With research showi...

19 January 2026

Start the new year strong with CPAP therapy

January is the month of fresh starts, and one of the most powerful changes you can make this year is improving your sleep. If you often wake tired, foggy or unrefreshed, sleep apnea may be the reason. It is incredibly common, especially as we get old...

30 December 2025

Don’t sleep on holiday prep

As thousands of Australians prepare to hit the road, sky or sea this Christmas, CPAP users are being urged to plan ahead to avoid disruptions to their sleep therapy during the busy holiday period. Whether you are checking into a hotel, boarding a cru...