The prime minister announced a ban on gambling advertisements in stadiums during school pick-ups

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A unilateral ban on gambling advertising as part of the Prime Minister’s reforms to protect children from harm has been slammed as “flawed” by advocates. Anthony Albanese used his National Press Club address today to outline a series of anti-gambling measures the federal government plans to introduce. If you or someone you know needs help: … Read more

Youth in anti-body health stigma campaign say banning social media won’t work

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Sophie Bloomfield, Youth MP from Guisborough, has also looked into the problem of youth violence. Sophie Bloomfield in the House of Commons A youth MP whose campaign is trying to tackle a “tipping point” in young people’s mental health says banning social media for under-16s will not address this and many other issues young people … Read more

The first graduates from the Indo-Canadian nursing program are expected to begin work in the fall

The first graduates from the Indo-Canadian nursing program are expected to begin work in the fall

A report looks at three groups of healthcare workers, nurse specialists, pharmacists and paramedics to examine how they can help provide primary care. When Dichen Palmo found out about the bilateral nursing program between Canada and India, she said she felt like God had given her a second chance. The Tibetan lives in India, where … Read more

I refused to work out at home until I tried this strength program. Now my running feels stronger than ever.

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Last month, I decided that I would finally return to my local gym after a few months away. But the week I planned to go back, the gym was closed for renovations. My sister suggested I try a home workout instead, but my initial reaction was “absolutely not.” I just wanted to do strength training … Read more

We’re in for a particularly bad allergy season – why your go-to medicine might not work anymore

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We need a strong bullet. Every year, seasonal allergy warnings grow louder—as do the sounds of sneezing, sneezing, and hacking. You can blame warmer temperatures, which “extend the pollen season,” and pollutants in the air that “can increase the potency of pollen allergens,” said NYU Langone allergist Dr. Stephanie Maurett. More adults are diagnosed with … Read more

The study found that gambling was repeated as “fun” and “harmless” for women

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Gambling is being promoted through social media and lifestyle marketing as fun, social and “harmless” for women, in a shift researchers warn is normalizing betting and obscuring the risks. A new study of more than 500 women aged 18 to 40 in Victoria found that “novel” gambling promotions, such as influencer friendships and links to … Read more