The JN.1 variant has become dominant in Australia and around the world, causing large waves of infections. Here’s what we know about it so far – and why it’s so important.

Two people infected with the same strain of COVID-19 can have vastly different experiences. One might never even sniffle, and the other might end up on a ventilator. But why?

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This paper investigates why Long Covid, despite affecting millions globally and posing a serious threat to public health and economic stability, remains largely absent from contemporary security agend...

NEW WHO ESTIMATES: NCDs AND MENTAL HEALTH CONDITIONS CONTINUE TO RISE New estimates from WHO show major shifts in global health trends. While global life expectancy reached 73.3 years in 2023, on pa...

Long Covid Superheroes showcases the bravery of asking for help, resting, and being compassionate with yourself and others.

Even as the acute phase of the COVID-19 pandemic has faded into memory, one question has continued to trouble clinicians and public health planners alike: does an additional booster dose still offer

Playing with your children or meeting a friend for coffee are everyday activities that many people move between without giving much thought to how much mental or physical energy they take.

Dr Swasti Raychaudhuri, who led the research, noted that although cells possess protective mechanisms, biochemical reactions can undergo changes depending on the circumstances.

Four viruses and one bacteria were responsible for 12% of the world’s cancer cases in 2024. Does this mean they’re preventable?