Norman Swan

5 days ago | abc.net.au | Norman Swan |Preeya Alexander |Shelby Traynor

In Australia, we've already seen more cases of measles this year than we saw during the whole of 2024. It's believed misinformation is to blame, leading to vaccine hesitancy and exposing the community to a highly infectious virus. Also, we take a look at draft guidelines for prostate cancer. Why a 'minor' stroke isn't very minor. And new evidence looking into the metabolic effects of the COVID-19 vaccine. Health, Prostate Cancer, Measles, Vaccines and Immunity, Stroke, Heart Disease, COVID-19

1 week ago | abc.net.au | Tegan Taylor |Norman Swan |Shelby Traynor

Do you find yourself complaining that you've got a small bladder, as you run to the toilet for the third time in an hour? There are many reasons a person might pee more than others, including some scary medical conditions. But as Norman and Tegan explain, in most cases your bladder is just deconditioned and you need to get your urinary tract into shape.

1 week ago | abc.net.au | Norman Swan |Preeya Alexander |Shelby Traynor

Australia has been at the forefront of research into how what we eat affects our mental health. What do we know so far, and what are some small changes you can make to see improvements? Also, the doctors strike in NSW continues a much-needed conversation about conditions in the public health system. And hoping to find out your risk of heart attack and stroke? This is where to start. Health, Public Health, Acne, Mental Health, Depression, Diet and Nutrition, Arthritis, Heart Disease, Stroke

1 week ago | abc.net.au | Norman Swan |Preeya Alexander

Thousands of doctors in New South Wales have gone on strike demanding better working conditions. They're demanding an end to long shifts which put patient safety at risk, and pay parity with other states. Also, the TGA updates its safety warnings for acne medication isotretinoin. However questions remain about how the changes can be implemented.

1 week ago | abc.net.au | Norman Swan |Preeya Alexander

Through the gut microbiome, we're learning about how important what we eat can be for our mood and mental health. But there are many ways our diet can affect our brain, and there are still connections yet to be uncovered. A study has looked into how changing the food on your plate can even help treat depression, alongside psychotherapy and sometimes medications.