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Norman Swan

Australia

Co-Host at Health Report

Reporter at ABC 7.30

Co-host of RN’s Health Report and What’s That Rash & reporter on ABC TV’s 730. You can order my book on kids aged 0-10 at: https://t.co/E12jORDqjp

Articles

  • 4 days ago | abc.net.au | Tegan Taylor |Norman Swan |Shelby Traynor

    Coffee has been an important part of human cultures for centuries, and it has a long history of being both heralded and demonised. But the more we learn about coffee – even independent from caffeine – the more that comes to light about its potential benefits. Norman and Tegan drink in the evidence so far, which gets down to the nitty gritty of brewing techniques and milk additions. References:If you enjoyed this episode, check these out!Health, Diet and Nutrition, Caffeine

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

    Hyenas and vultures play a role in driving down the risk of disease outbreaks, but their decline due to human behaviour is putting our health in danger. Also, we discuss Lifeblood's changes which bring down some of the barriers facing gay and bisexual men, and transgender women, who'd like to donate blood or plasma. Pain education could help people with osteoarthritis get the most out of exercise programs — and even walk the Camino.

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

    Gay or bisexual men and transgender women who have sex with men will be able to give blood or plasma under changes introduced by Lifeblood. Also, a report digs into the high fees and long wait times most people face when going to see a specialist doctor. • Lifeblood announces changes to sexual activity rules for blood and plasma donation

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

    The way a doctor talks to you about your osteoarthritis can go on to impact how much pain you feel as a result. It was hoped this education would help people push through initial pain flares and achieve their exercise goals.

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

    Couples can unknowingly be carriers for genetic conditions, even though there are tests available to reveal recessive traits before conceiving. Medicare covers genetic carrier screening for cystic fibrosis (CF), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and fragile X syndrome (FXS). However advocates are calling for subsidies to cover more conditions, so parents can be well informed.

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Norman Swan
Norman Swan @normanswan
22 May 25

The growing impact of deepfake health scams | 7.30 https://t.co/8QMyqAR46f via @YouTube

Norman Swan
Norman Swan @normanswan
15 May 25

Demystifying Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) in our upcoming webinar, Wed May 21, 6:30pm AEST. Join our expert panel & earn CPD points (RACGP/ACRRM) in partnership with @DementiaAus. Register here: https://t.co/diacgD7LDg @TonicNetwork #DementiaAwareness #RACGP #CPD

Norman Swan
Norman Swan @normanswan
13 May 25

And….. what about chocolate? https://t.co/DQvH48JLDR