Vitamin D use in preventing falls questioned
High doses of vitamin D increase the number of falls and fractures in older women, say Australian researchers, who warn against using the vitamin in this way.
View ArticleMost carers have disabilities of their own
A new report has found most primary carers for people with severe disabilities suffer serious health problems of their own.
View ArticleCalcium supplements linked to increased risk of heart attack
New research has cast doubt on whether people should take calcium supplements to ward off the degenerative bone disease osteoporosis.
View ArticleCalcium supplement heart attack study 'absurd'
One of Australia's leading health experts has cast doubt on new research suggesting calcium supplements may increase the risk of heart attacks.
View ArticleTrial claims osteoarthritis relief
A Tasmanian company claims to have discovered a chemical compound in seaweed that gives symptomatic relief to osteoarthritis sufferers.
View ArticleOne Plus One - Friday 17 September
This episode of One Plus One features Melbourne oncologist Ranjana Srivastava, Professor Chris Nordin from the Royal Adelaide Hospital and Integrative Medical Association president Dr Kerryn Phelps.
View ArticleMonitoring vital in osteoporosis treatment
Australian health experts have found testing and close monitoring of osteoporosis patients can reduce repeat fractures by around 80 per cent.
View ArticleNo bones about it, beta blockers help osteoporosis
Researchers have shown a class of drugs used to treat heart problems and hypertension also reduces the risk of an osteoporosis fracture by about half.
View ArticleExperts focus on musculoskeletal research
A new research program on the Gold Coast is exploring ways of preventing and treating problems like back pain and osteoporosis.
View ArticleOsteoporosis patients not offered live-saving drugs
Australian researchers have found that men and women with osteoporosis can live up to five years longer if they are treated with proper medication.
View ArticleOsteoporosis awareness reducing hip fractures
There has been a surprising decrease in the rate of hip fractures due to osteoporosis, according to a new report.
View ArticleSmoking reduces arthritis: study
An Adelaide study has revealed a link between smoking and a reduced threat of osteoarthritis in men.
View ArticleDuchess highlights plight of osteoporosis
The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall have kept a busy schedule in Melbourne ahead of a visit to South Australia.
View ArticleChildhood exercise helps prevent arthritis: study
A Tasmanian study has found physical activity during childhood can help prevent osteoarthritis.
View ArticleExperts warn against experimental stem cell treatments
Patients who undergo experimental stem cell treatments run the risk of serious injury, experts have warned.
View ArticleSafe sun exposure could decrease the risk of chronic illness
Professor John Wark from The Royal Melbourne Hospital joins News Breakfast to discuss the Southern Hemisphere’s largest vitamin D study for young women.
View ArticleCall for more research into rare condition linked to pregnancy
Young mums suffering from the rare, but crippling condition of pregnancy induced osteoporosis talk to Kristina Harazim about the lack of understanding surrounding the disease.
View ArticleThe Health Quarter May 22
On this episode: a group of methamphetamine users describe their use of the illicit drug as recreational; how antibiotics could help overcome phobias and the importance of awareness around osteoporosis.
View ArticleEx-VFL player raises awareness of osteoporosis in young people
Former VFL player David Polkinghorne helps to raise awareness of osteoporosis in young people, as researchers warn that more than half of people recently surveyed have a limited understanding of the...
View ArticleWhat happens to joint replacements after you're cremated?
Replacement hips and reconstructed knee joints are becoming more commonplace, but what happens to them after you die?
View ArticleDoes dairy remove calcium from bones? Doctors have their say
A medical expert takes issue with celebrity chef Pete Evans for telling an osteoporosis sufferer to remove dairy from her diet as it "removes calcium" from bones.
View ArticleDoes osteopathy really help back pain?
There's evidence osteopathy can reduce the need for pain medications, but too little is known about how it works. That would require research funding and research, and osteopathy in Australia has very...
View ArticleInside Ross House, a heritage building overflowing with good karma
What goes on inside this Melbourne icon is even more impressive than its heritage-listed design: Australia's only not-for-profit, community-owned building is filled solely with community groups helping...
View ArticleTwo of our most popular vitamin supplements may be doing more harm than good
Taking vitamin D or calcium supplements? They're probably not benefiting you, and could even be doing you harm. Here's what you should know.
View ArticleHelen is 71, has osteoporosis, and deadlifts more than her body weight
Helen Donnellan was diagnosed with osteoporosis in June, but not wanting to go on medication she took up powerlifting instead.
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