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Helping people at risk of suicide

26/08/2010

When somebody close to you is struggling with suicidal thoughts it can be hard to know how to respond, but experts say family and friends have a crucial role to play.

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Health IQ: Back pain

Health IQ: Back pain

As many as 80 per cent of us will suffer from back pain at some point in our lives. How much do you know about the causes of back pain and how best to deal with it?
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Tip of the Week

Worried about your kids and cyberbullying? Don't ban them from the Internet, instead familiarise yourself with the gadgets and programs they are using.

Cyberbullying: a challenge in the digital age

Your Stories

When breastfeeding doesn't work

12/08/2010
Persisting with breastfeeding when you have problems can come at a high personal price, as Renee Scicluna found.

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Health Quizzes

Salt and your health

Salt and your health

All the salt we eat is killing us. But do you know why and how to go about reducing the salt in your diet?

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How to choose a gym

How to choose a gym

Here's how to sort through the contracts, classes and confusion.

Fact Buster

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Does being an early riser make you healthier?

No, getting enough sleep is more important than the time you get up.
No, being an early riser puts a strain on your heart.
Yes, rising close to sunrise helps your body work at its best.

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Health Minutes Video – Dr Norman Swan

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Thumbs up for topical NSAIDs

A British trial comparing oral with topical NSAIDs has found that the creams and gels are relatively safe and effective compared to tablets.

Healthy Living Video – Cathy Johnson

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Pets: an asthma risk.

Do kids with asthma or allergy problems need to avoid having pets? In most cases, no.

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Project Eden

Foreign predators are being removed and native species reintroduced on the Peron Peninsula in Shark Bay, WA.