Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is an infection that occurs in the lungs and causes forceful coughing. It is a highly contagious bacterial infection that can affect people of all ages, but is most severe in babies. The disease causes coughing spasms that can...
According to the Department of Health, more than 3.6 million children take part in sport each year. Sports, particularly team sports, are thought to teach a variety of life skills for kids: working with others to achieve a goal, perseverance, humility and...
Like the rest of the world, cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death in Australia, accounting for one in four deaths in 2019. According to the Heart Foundation around 120 people in Australia die from CVD each day, or one person every 12 minutes....
ADHD and autism spectrum disorder are neurodevelopmental disorders affecting millions of children worldwide. It is estimated that 1 in 100 people in Australia are on the autism spectrum and around 1 in 30 adults has ADHD. Both are commonly diagnosed in childhood, with...
Preterm birth is a major global health issue that can lead to infant mortality and long-term health complications. In Australia more than 26,000 Australian babies are born preterm each year and 15 million babies globally. Defined as a birth occurring before 37 weeks,...
