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A major deal with a pharmaceutical company will ensure Australia has access to antigens and vaccines to defend itself against a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.

A working group led by charity Kidney Research UK will unveil an action plan on Wednesday evening.

Mpox causes a rash which usually appears one to five days after the first symptoms

Gut bacteria changes from toxic ‘forever chemicals’ can decrease kidney function, research also suggests

Six time Olympic gold medallist, who has terminal prostate cancer, has called for the age men can get a screening test to be lowered

Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy said more men with a family history of prostate cancer need to come forward for checks.

Researchers have found that even the recommended 20 minutes of daily moderate exercise may not be sufficient to reduce the heart disease risk and signs of aging linked to prolonged sedentary time.

Australians today are more likely than previous generations to live with complex and chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and depression.

Should Donald Trump be re-elected on Tuesday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is likely facing a major shake-up. Many Republicans were frustrated by the CDC’s performance during the pandemic. Project 2025, authored by leading Republicans with ties to Trump, describes the CDC as incompetent and arrogant.