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COVID-19 is still killing Australians — and the full picture shows sobering numbers and a lack of action on some of the key lessons of the pandemic.

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Keeping it real: Why Labor needs a retuned message

Labor’s messaging on economic management doesn’t resonate with voters more concerned about their hip pocket. There are already signs it’s trying to change tune.

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How social media is pushing vapes on young Indians

E-cigarette companies are exploiting social media platforms and websites to recruit young customers by misleading them into nicotine addiction.

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Why ‘pronatalist’ politicians want women to have more babies

It’s not just JD Vance, and it’s not just the US. Almost 30 percent of countries globally now have pronatalist policies — up from 10 percent in the 1970s.

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Farmer suicides may rise with climate change. Are we prepared?

Droughts, fires and floods can wreak havoc on farmers’ mental health. With extreme weather set to intensify, farmer suicide prevention efforts are crucial.

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Women, elderly, disabled bear the brunt of climate change

A more nuanced approach to policy and applying them could go a long way to helping Indonesia’s most vulnerable cope with the effects of climate change.

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The free, over-the-counter drug that prevents opioid deaths

This drug to prevent opioid deaths is free, and available without a prescription across Australia. So why has uptake of naloxone been slow?

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India’s long and winding vote

In what is a big year for democratic elections, none come bigger than India’s incredible exercise in ensuring every voter has a say.

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How India’s COVID lockdowns impacted menstrual health

Limited access to period products during India’s COVID lockdowns highlighted how far public health initiatives have to go when it comes to menstruation.

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Better understanding makes better home care for cancer patients

Indonesia’s strong family ties mean many cancer patients are cared for at home. Understanding palliative care can help elevate a patient’s quality of life.

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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

Undermining India’s primary healthcare missions

20 deaths a day: Australia’s ongoing COVID toll

Keeping it real: Why Labor needs a retuned message

Why ‘pronatalist’ politicians want women to have more babies

Farmer suicides may rise with climate change. Are we prepared?

Women, elderly, disabled bear the brunt of climate change

The free, over-the-counter drug that prevents opioid deaths

India’s long and winding vote

How India’s COVID lockdowns impacted menstrual health

Better understanding makes better home care for cancer patients

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