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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
Exercise
Women's Health
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

* A study using data from the UK Biobank indicates following the Mediterranean diet as a way to prevent acne. Researchers say avoiding entire food groups like dairy is not recommended.

* A new drug to treat pancreatic cancer can extend survival tim... more

* The first national report on e-scooters and e-devices from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare quantifies the impact of these devices on our community. So what should be done to prevent injuries and deaths?

* A new study shows people w... more

New guidelines for clinicians will clarify when to use menopausal hormone therapy over other medicines, and what options are available for those with a history of breast cancer.

The author of a study investigating what goes on in the gut microbiome ... more

Broadening the definition of clinical obesity has lowered its prevalence in children but increased it in mid-life. Researchers hope this will assist clinicians with individualised care and advice for people in larger bodies.

If you have polyps remov... more

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Recent Guests

Martin Wolfschlager
Director of Trauma at Gold Coast Health and trauma surgeon
Gold Coast Health
Episode: What should be done about e-scooters and e-bikes?
Cheng Hui So
Honorary senior fellow at the Baker Department of Cardiometabolic Health, University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Episode: What should be done about e-scooters and e-bikes?
Tamara Milder
Endocrinologist and researcher at the Medicines Intelligence Research Program
University of New South Wales
Episode: What should be done about e-scooters and e-bikes?
Danielle Longmore
Pediatric endocrinologist and researcher at the Murdoch Children's Research Institute
Murdoch Children's Research Institute / Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne
Episode: What happens when you don't use BMI to measure obesity?
Michael Bretthardt
Professor of Medicine at the University of Oslo and Gastroenterologist at Oslo University Hospital
University of Oslo; Oslo University Hospital
Episode: What happens when you don't use BMI to measure obesity?
Susan Rees
Professor in Psychiatry and Mental Health at UNSW
UNSW
Episode: What happens when you don't use BMI to measure obesity?
Catherine Hill
Head of rheumatology unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Adelaide
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Adelaide
Episode: Waking up stiff and sore? It could be PMR
Chris Raj
Sydney Law School lecturer and Deputy Director of Sydney Health Law
Sydney Law School; Sydney Health Law
Episode: Waking up stiff and sore? It could be PMR
Dr. Virginia MacDonald
Technical lead in HIV at the Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales
Kirby Institute, UNSW
Episode: Waking up stiff and sore? It could be PMR

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
  • Great but could be better

    Great source of current medical issues but assessment of studies needs to be done by a doctor such as Dr. Vinay Prasad He is an American hematologist-oncologist, health researcher, and professor at the University of California, San Francisco . Proper assessment gives much better health messages . He has his own podcast.

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    Jayoz
    United States17 days ago
  • 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.

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    5
    Fluffy Duck from Australia
    Australia2 months ago
  • Attain a script?

    I attain excellence but I obtain a script, surely?

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    DrewNessa
    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.

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

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    Calcifering
    Australia4 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.

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    Hoyzie
    Australia4 months ago

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What should be done about e-scooters and e-bikes?
Q: Does this mean that people should be having more robust heart disease screening, and should it be done at an earlier age?
Cheng Hui So urges cancer survivors and clinicians to pursue proactive cardiovascular risk screening, including appropriate imaging. His research suggests that future work should assess whether treatment thresholds, including for statins, should be lowered.
What should be done about e-scooters and e-bikes?
Q: What are the potential issues with these devices, and why are they a risk?
Martin Wolfschlager says injury risks depend partly on rider behavior and following safety rules. He describes serious crashes and supports age limits, speed restrictions, protective equipment, and stronger safety regulation.
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.

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What is Health Report about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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7. Catherine Hill
8. Chris Raj

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