Health

  • Unhappy with your body

    A recent survey suggests that 94 per cent of girls are not happy with the way they look. Today Tonight went to find out why some women feel so inadequate.

    May 17, 11:56 pm
  • The dangers of kebabs

    Souvlakis, kebabs or shawarmas are among Australia's favourite fast foods. But cooking methods vary and tests show some contain dangerous bugs.

    May 13, 12:58 am
  • Flu warning for Australia

    Health authorities say a new strain of flu will reach Australia from New Zealand soon. But experts predict a global flu pandemic may be on the way.

    May 13, 12:58 am
  • The buzz on coffee

    Coffee was once seen as a vice, like alcohol and smoking. A range of research, mostly from the United States, suggests it is good for you. But is it?

    May 10, 11:43 pm
  • Medicine for the hip pocket

    A survey has found huge differences in the price of pharmaceuticals between different stores. Today Tonight looked at the difference, and how to save.

    May 10, 1:08 am
  • Weight loss champion

    Bobby Ballantyne is an inspiration. The mum of seven used to weigh 231kg. To date she has lost 136kg and now weighs 96kg.

    May 7, 1:02 am
  • Toxic fish

    Ciguatera is the most dangerous and toxic type of food poisoning. Found in reef fish, it is tasteless, colourless, odourless and impossible to detect.

    May 5, 11:59 pm
  • Kids controlled with drugs

    Rebel doctors and a grief counsellor say too many children are on anti-depressants and ADHD drugs. Some think it could damage a generation of kids.

    May 5, 1:01 am
  • Junior gym junkies

    Kids are being encouraged to pump iron at a new children's gym. For some experts it is the answer to obesity, for others it is too much too soon.

    May 5, 1:01 am
  • Dental dilemma: know the drill

    Where one dentist sees perfect teeth, another might say you need fillings. Even the Australian Dental Association says patients need to shop around.

    May 5, 1:01 am
  • Freezing out ice cream

    Ice cream is made up of the basic ingredients milk, sugar, sometimes cream and some flavourings. A guide to the best and worst ice creams.

    April 30, 12:20 am
  • Diet recipe countdown

    Fans say the 4321 detox diet has helped them lose up to 10kg fast. Now a dieting chef has come up with some special recipes for the weight loss plan.

    April 27, 11:44 pm
  • Eat sushi in safety

    One-third of sushi samples tested were found to contain dangerous bacteria. Here is some helpful information for making and eating safer sushi.

    April 27, 12:06 am
  • Burns survival: camp of miracles

    Badly burned and in pain, some of the people who now attend Camp Phoenix thought they would never make it. Here are their inspiring stories.

    April 26, 12:20 am
  • Binge drinking

    One Australian child dies each week as a result of binge drinking. Kids are starting to drink at a younger age and in larger amounts.

    April 23, 12:25 am
  • The dangers of solariums

    How safe are solariums? Two women claim they were burnt, blistered and in pain after using a beauty salon sunbed. A warning for anyone wanting a winter tan.

    April 21, 1:12 am
  • Three diets compared

    People are desperate for weight-loss solutions. CSIRO scientifically tested three popular diets: Atkins, very low fat and the National Heart Foundation.

    April 15, 11:09 pm
  • New allergy treatment

    Allergies affect one in three Australians. Spinal manipulation is a radical new allergy treatment some say works wonders in preventing their symptoms.

    April 15, 5:02 am
  • Paying for unhealthy habits

    Older Australians, often blamed for drains on the health system, may be in the clear. It seems younger people are paying a price for unhealthy lifestyles.

    April 13, 1:29 am
  • New hope for migraine relief

    The latest research into migraines suggests they can be treated like anxiety. Doctors are encouraging patients to take a fresh look at treatments.

    April 12, 5:39 am

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