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Are sleep disorders underdiagnosed in young people?

Are sleep disorders underdiagnosed in young people?

Nearly half (48%) of all Australian adults report at least 2 sleep-related problems according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. Sleep disorders (like sleep apnoea and insomnia) have knock on effects for a person’s health and work life. Now a new...
Can social isolation be linked to early death and heart disease?

Can social isolation be linked to early death and heart disease?

People who are socially isolated don’t often have contact with other people and may live alone. It is estimated that around 1 in 5 (19%) older. Australians are socially isolated Loneliness impacts over five million Australians. Various countries around the world, most...
Does chess, puzzles and journaling protect against dementia?

Does chess, puzzles and journaling protect against dementia?

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare estimates there were 401,300 Australians living with dementia last year. With Australia’s ageing and growing population, it’s predicted dementia diagnoses will more than double in the next three decades.  As the body of...
Menopause: Are we over-medicalising this inevitable transition?

Menopause: Are we over-medicalising this inevitable transition?

Most women become menopausal naturally between the ages of 45 and 55 years according to Australasian Menopause Society. Women can also experience early menopause due to health conditions or after surgery. Menopause affects every woman differently. Some women deal with...
Low-cost ketamine shows promise in treating severe depression

Low-cost ketamine shows promise in treating severe depression

About two-thirds of people with depression won’t have any luck with the first treatment they try, according to Harvard University. A promising treatment for severe depression is ketamine – which was known as a recreational drug by some people, although...