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04 October 2024

Caring for our community: from rural medical student to rural doctor

Sarah knew studying at the School of Rural Health in Dubbo would give her the opportunity to learn on Country while gaining the skills she needed to become a doctor. What she didn’t expect was how much it would grow her interest in rural medicine and shape her future career plans.
03 October 2024

Your complete guide to daylight saving

Daylight saving returns this Sunday, bringing with it more than just the loss of an hour of sleep. Experts shed light on the various impacts it can have on our appetite, pets, mental health, and more.
03 October 2024

Stepping into rural healthcare

Learning in rural communities can be a transformative experience, offering unique insights into healthcare in rural and remote Australia. It is also an opportunity for metro students to test the waters, living and working in a rural setting with the support of staff, host sites, clinicians and of course, the friendly community members.
02 October 2024

Can you trust your period-tracking app?

As many as 50 million people now have a record of their menstrual cycle on their personal devices. But how much should we rely on our period tracker for reliable and accurate information about menstruation and fertility? Reproductive health experts explain.
27 September 2024

Multiple surgeries could contribute to cognitive decline in older people

Multiple surgeries could lead to cognitive decline, a University of Sydney study has found, using data from the United Kingdom's Biobank to analyse half a million patients aged 40 to 69 and followed over 20 years of brain scans, cognitive tests and medical records.