How we treat catchment water to make it safe to drink
Most of us are fortunate that, when we turn on the tap, clean, safe and high-quality water comes out. But...
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Health and Human Services secretary influences every aspect of America’s health
The secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, or HHS, plays a significant role in every American’s access...
‘Every blast is an open wound’: how the chaos of war breeds deadly superbugs that spread around the world
The war in Gaza will leave its mark in many ways, long after the recently negotiated ceasefire deal between Israel...
Alcohol may help you fall asleep faster, but it leads to a worse night’s rest overall – here’s why
Alcohol is often used as a sleep aid – with some people crediting a “nightcap” with helping them fall asleep...
Should we sequence the DNA of every baby born in Australia? Soon, you could have your say
Within a few days of being born, more than 300,000 Australian babies a year have a spot of their blood...
Despite decades of beach safety ads, at least 55 people have drowned in Australia this summer. It’s time to change tack
Australia is considered a nation of beach lovers. But with all this water surrounding us, drownings remain tragically common. At...
Is fluoride really linked to lower IQ, as a recent study suggested? Here’s why you shouldn’t worry
Fluoride is a common natural element found in water, soil, rocks and food. For the past several decades, fluoride has...
A new study has found fluoride is linked to lower IQ in children. Here’s why you shouldn’t worry
Fluoride is a common natural element found in water, soil, rocks and food. For the past several decades, fluoride has...
Even 1 drink a day elevates your cancer risk – an expert on how alcohol affects the body breaks down a new government report
Many people use the new year to reflect on their relationship with alcohol. Just-released government guidelines are giving Americans another...
How the EPA administrator protects public health, air, water and the environment
From the time you get up in the morning until you go to bed at night, and even while you...
