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Health Report

ABC Australia
Mental Health
Dementia
Breast Cancer
Ultra-Processed Foods
Public Health
Covid-19
Australia
Artificial Intelligence
Diabetes
Knee Osteoarthritis
Obesity
Asthma
Stroke Recovery
Women's Health
Exercise
Bowel Cancer
Vaccination
Alzheimer's Disease
Cardiovascular Disease
Bird Flu

Covering the health stories that make a difference. Dr Norman Swan and Dr Preeya Alexander dissect the latest and breaking news in the medical world.

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Latest Episodes

Rachel has lived experience of an eating disorder and came across ads for a telehealth weight loss company on a podcast. The ads continue in their podcast feed, more than a year after they lodged a formal complaint with AHPRA. Rachel hasn't been upda... more

A study looking at step intensity and step count provides helpful advice for those who are limited in their time and ability to increase the number of steps and their pace.

The pharmaceutical company closest to getting a drug to market to reduce Lip... more

An international study of the genes of 2.5 million people confirms fibromyalgia as a nervous system disorder. A rheumatologist explains the relationship to other disorders including CFS/ME and long COVID.

Women of reproductive age are getting iron i... more

It's become harder for medical students to qualify as a fully accredited specialist. This delay is having a profound impact on the wellbeing of doctors and on access to specialists across Australia.

A new study shows people experiencing 'gout flare... more

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Recent Guests

Justin Untersteiner
Chief Executive Officer
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra)
Episode: Is AHPRA doing enough to curb unsafe prescribing?
Frances Williams
Professor of Genomic Epidemiology at King's College London; consultant rheumatologist
King's College London; rheumatology
Episode: Validation for people living with chronic pain
Ghazat Qassi
Senior Research Fellow at the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute
SAHMRI
Episode: Validation for people living with chronic pain
Linda Gayle-Becker
Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases at University of Cape Town; Director of the Desmond Tutu HIV Center
University of Cape Town; Desmond Tutu HIV Center
Episode: Validation for people living with chronic pain
Dr Helen Schultz
Consultant psychiatrist who treated doctors and med students
Unspecified
Episode: Same work but no training pathway for unaccredited registrars
Dr Sanjay Hittage
Chair of the AMA Council of Doctors in Training
Australian Medical Association
Episode: Same work but no training pathway for unaccredited registrars
Senarai Madanaika
President of the Australian Medical Students Association
AMSA
Episode: Same work but no training pathway for unaccredited registrars
Anais Yang
Dermatologist
Episode: Will this help more men get prostate checkups?
Declan Murphy
Professor of Urology, Consultant Urologist at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Episode: Will this help more men get prostate checkups?

Hosts

Norman Swan
Medical journalist and physician; Host of Health Report
Preeya Alexander
Co-host, Health Report; Doctor
Belinda Smith
Co-host / Presenter on Health Report

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • ME/CFS Fibromyalgia

    Never was in my imagination. I have been suffering from this since glandular fever contracted in 1990’s. My condition has incrementally worsened, now in my 70s I’m mostly bedridden and there is no treatment, no help, no support.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Fluffy Duck from Australia
    Australia18 days ago
  • Attain a script?

    I attain excellence but I obtain a script, surely?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DrewNessa
    Australiaa month ago
  • Pronunciation

    Please do not keep saying WARREN-JERRY When referencing the place you are broadcasting from. Take some time to practise how it should be said. Doing so will be more respectful.

    Now stand in host Belinda is doing the same thing!!! Why?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Calcifering
    Australia3 months ago
  • ADHD

    I am a bit surprised Norman doesn’t ‘get’ the ADHD thing. If you have an ADHD diagnosis you are eligible for NDIS support. A friend of mine pays her babysitter $25/hour. The sitter told her she charges NDIS $45/hour. So the NDIS parents get free babysitting while the NDIS gets a hefty charge. I have listened every week since coronacast, great show, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hoyzie
    Australia3 months ago
  • Pronunciation

    Please do not keep saying WARREN-JERRY When referencing the place you are broadcasting from. Take some time to practise how it should be said. Doing so will be more respectful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Calcifering
    Australia4 months ago

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Is AHPRA doing enough to curb unsafe prescribing?
Q: What is Ahpra doing about the rapid rise in telehealth prescriptions for weight loss medications and the reports from patients like Rachel?
Ahpra describes ongoing investigations, new practitioner guidance for off-label and unapproved products, and enhanced data access to monitor prescribing trends; they emphasize a balance between public safety and a fair process, with actions published on the public register after outcomes are finalised.
BMI fails the test as a predictor of disease risk
Q: So how do waist circumference and waist-hip ratio change risk assessment compared to BMI?
These measures better identify individuals with high visceral fat who are at greater risk, leading to potential reclassification of risk and more tailored interventions.
BMI fails the test as a predictor of disease risk
Q: Michael, what are some of the issues with BMI?
BMI is a starting point but fails to account for body composition and fat distribution; waist measures often outperform BMI in predicting cardiovascular risk, especially when BMI is normal or overweight.
When is a child ready for their own smartphone?
Q: What is the main finding about smartphone ownership and health when acquired at age 12 versus 13?
Acquiring a smartphone at age 12 is associated with higher risks of depression and insufficient sleep within the following year, while acquisition at age 13 does not show the same depression risk and has a smaller sleep impact; however, excessive use after acquisition still poses health risks, and keeping the device out of the bedroom mitigates some of these effects.
An Alzheimer's blood test is on the way. What could that mean for you?
Q: So Preeya, if I was to offer you a test for Alzheimer's disease, would you take it?
The guest notes the test is a probabilistic tool and emphasizes the need for clear guidance and evidence before using it for screening or widespread testing.

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A clinically focused health show that translates complex medical research and policy into practical takeaways for clinicians and informed listeners. Episodes frequently cover current medical guidelines, diagnostic advances, public health policy, and health system issues, often featuring subject-matter experts, researchers, or policy leaders. Notable strengths include clear explanations, a steady balance between news updates and deep-dives, and a pragmatic angle on how science translates to patient care. The format tends to pair hosts with a range of credible guests, producing accessible discussions that still respect evidence and nuance. Potential listeners include health professionals, policymakers, and health-literate audiences seeking re... more

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