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What if heart disease were a choice?
Ben Bambery | June 14, 2016What if there was a medicine that could prevent the process underlying heart disease from ever occurring and reverse it in those who are already suffering from it? Ben Bambery reveals the identity of this miraculous drug.
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With courage let us all combine
editor | June 14, 2016It’s Refugee Week from 19 to 25 June 2016, where we are invited to celebrate positive contributions made by refugees to Australian society with theatre, music, dance, film and other events all over Australia.
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Youth dual diagnosis clients and the systemic barriers they face
Anna Brockman | June 10, 2016Studies have shown that more than half of individuals with a mental health condition are also using drugs and alcohol. Anna Brockman says it’s crucial to work holistically with both concerns at an early stage.
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Living with purpose, building on health
editor | June 10, 2016During Men’s Health Week from 13 to 19 June, communities are invited to promote the health and wellbeing of men and boys through activities and events across Australia.
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A farewell to ancient canvassing and old lace
Leicester Warburton | June 10, 2016The Dunlop Volleys were an adventurous pair, going where others feared to tread. Leicester Warburton shares fond memories of a quintessential Australian icon.
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The new work order is here
Jan Owen | June 10, 2016As automation, globalisation and collaboration shape the future of work, young people today have to be prepared to change industries and adapt to less predictable conditions. Jan Owen, CEO of the Foundation for Young Australians, shares the latest research.
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All young people should have a voice
Joann Fildes | June 8, 2016Mission Australia’s Youth Survey is currently open to all Australian young people aged 15 to 19 years. Dr Joann Fildes says we need to encourage young people to speak up and really listen to their views.
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Good sex ed doesn’t lead to teen pregnancy, it prevents it
Suzanne Dyson | June 6, 2016Opponents of school-based sex ed argue that educating young people about sex and relationships can lead to teenage pregnancy and even influence sexual and gender orientation. Suzanne Dyson from La Trobe University presents research that refutes this view.
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Is Australia still the ‘fair go’ country?
Sue Ellson | June 3, 2016We like to think that everyone gets a 'fair go' in Australia. Sue Ellson wonders if that is still true.
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Have your say on big data and privacy
editor | June 2, 2016You’ve got until 26 July 2016 to comment on the draft Guide to big data and the Australian Privacy Principles. It’s your chance to have your say on a topic with enormous social and economic impact.
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Healthy oceans, healthy planet
editor | June 1, 20168 June is World Oceans Day. This year a particular focus is on the serious threat of plastic pollution that impacts humans and aquatic animals alike.
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Why young people are going to save the world
Louisa Keck | June 1, 2016What are the hopes and dreams of young Australians today? What makes them happy? What are they worried about? And why are they going to save the world? Louisa Keck from the Reach Foundation has some answers.
