Expertise

Managing long-term lung problems (COPD)

Tips to manage your condition.

Does your child have a sleep problem?

One in three Australian children experiences poor sleep, research shows.

What is the ideal weight gain during pregnancy?

Weight gain is a natural and healthy part of pregnancy – but research shows 3 in 4 women are gaining too much or too little. Here’s what you need to know.

Can a little self-care be better for the whole family?

New data reveals the benefits of ‘self-care’

Anxious Australia: mental health conditions continue to increase

More than a quarter of young Aussies now living with anxiety

Coronavirus (COVID-19) update

Keeping you informed on the COVID-19 coronavirus, plus some general precautions to help reduce the risk of infection.

Are our jobs making us more stressed than ever?

New data shows 1 in 4 Australians affected by stress

How can you reduce your risk of dementia?

New research suggests the lifestyle risk factors for dementia may be different for men and women.

Is low back pain holding you back?

Research shows active recovery can help you find relief.

Why exercise is key during breast cancer treatment

Here’s what the latest research shows.

Suffering from body odour?

It could be your diet

Preparing and recovering from hospital

Tips for your hospital stay

Smoking and stress: how to break the cycle

Smoking doesn’t relieve stress, but exacerbates it

Fruit: How much should you actually eat?

Can you ever eat too much fruit?

Preparing for your child's hospital stay

What to organise before your child's surgery

How to protect yourself from measles

Here’s what you should know

Could waking up early be good for your mental health?

Eight hours of sleep may not only keep you alert, but happy

Questions to ask your child’s healthcare team

Important things to ask before surgery

Caring for your child after grommet surgery

Tips for a smooth recovery

Hangover + anxiety = hangxiety

Why you get 'hangxiety' after a big drinking session.

Caring for your child after an adenoidectomy

Tips for a smooth recovery

Should you go to the doctor, or the hospital emergency department?

Should you go to the doctor, or the emergency department?

Putting your testes to the test

How to spot the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer

Caring for your child after dental surgery

Tips for a smooth recovery

Caring for your child after a tonsillectomy

Tips for a smooth recovery

Packing for your child's hospital stay

Your checklist on what to pack

Why do our ears pop?

Your need to know on blocked ears

Chronic conditions: How Australians stack up

Chronic conditions and their growing impact on Australian he

Always got cold hands? It could say something about your health

Raynaud’s affects 20% of women, could that include you?

What causes diarrhoea?

It can be a real party pooper

What is polycystic ovarian syndrome?

70% of Australian cases remain undiagnosed

What could erectile dysfunction say about your health?

It may indicate an underlying issue with long-term risks

Being breast aware: a 101

A visual guide on how to check your breasts

Why you shouldn't stop antidepressants on your own

When the time comes, what’s the safest way to do it

Sleep paralysis: your questions answered

We shed light on the mysterious phenomenon

Exercises for every age

What you should be doing in your 20s through to 70s

4 things men should know about weight loss

Expert advice from a dietitian

Have you checked your cholesterol lately?

High cholesterol isn’t just for older people to worry about.

How to stay sane ahead of exams

how to cope when you're studying for exams

The best way to care for your teeth

There's more to clean teeth than just toothpaste

10 tips for healthy feet this winter

Podiatrist Joseph Frenkel shares his advice

How to get your teenager to focus

Practical tips on how to increase your child's concentration

Get back into exercise after having a baby

It's all about retraining your pelvic floor.

Can playing tennis reduce the risk of heart disease?

One study finds out

Stay healthy in your 50’s

Health tips for men in their 50's

Can smart drugs really make you smarter?

Are so-called smart drugs everything they seem to be?

How the right shoes can keep you moving

Expert advice on choosing the right shoe for people with joint pain and arthritis

Why you blackout when you drink too much

How drinking affects your memory

7 ways to make a plane trip more comfortable

Arrive feeling bright, rested and ready to go

The science of falling in love

What happens to our brains when we fall in love?

Recipe ideas: Quinoa and roast veggie salad

Quick and healthy recipe ideas for pregnancy

Workplace health and safety explained

Your safety and rights while working in Australia.

What’s the deal with pre-workouts?

Do pre-workout supplements do everything they claim?

Do you really need to ditch the carbs?

For men: what an expert thinks of low-carb diets

The importance of getting your child’s hearing checked

What to look out for and how to avoid hearing loss

Healthy poo

Do you know your poo?

Why regular eye checks are so important

Why regular eye tests are critical for all Australians.

Listen now: Boosting your family's immune system

How to keep the lurgies at bay this school year

Having trouble quitting?

Help at hand this World No Tobacco Day

10 ways to treat hayfever

Expert tips to beat sore, allergy affected eyes

Stressed to your stomach: the link between stress and digestive issues

Could worry be upsetting your stomach?

Is caffeine getting a bad rap?

Your coffee may have more health benefits than you think

Good health in your 60s and beyond

Health tips and advice if you're over 60.

Eating for a healthy heart

Take care of your heart with these dos and don’ts

Kinderling: a radio station for kids

Music to yours and your child’s ears

How to have a happy Christmas

Stress management and wellbeing tips for the festive season

How often should you feel sad?

Depression or the blues? Learn the difference

Simple stretches to relieve stiffness

Relieve muscular pain with these easy poses

Hygiene tips every woman should know

Not all soaps are created equal

Rice pudding for babies

Quick and easy recipes for babies

How a lack of sleep affects your mental health

Getting enough sleep is crucial for your mental wellbeing

Is your adult child drinking too much?

And can you do anything about it?

Keep your kids safe this summer

Paediatrician Dr Anthea Rhodes sends timely reminder

Stay healthy in your 30’s

Health tips for men in their 30's

The science behind sun protection

We bust the common myths of sunscreen

Dietitian, nutritionist or naturopath: What’s the difference?

Who should you see for professional dietary advice?

Stay healthy in your 40’s

Health tips for men in their 40's

Support for older Australians to live at home

Home Care packages explained.

We put ‘man flu’ to the masses

Is it real? We ask Australians.

Why you need to take sleep seriously

How can a bad night's sleep impact your health?

Managing stress when becoming a father

Advice from current dads to future dads

10 delicious low-sugar dessert recipes

Lighter choices for a (healthy) sweet tooth

The truth about chocolate

Is our favourite treat actually good for us?

4 resolutions for better health in 2019

Simple changes you can put into action

Aussies love their sport

What you need to know to join in the fun

Are you guilty of skipping your cervical screening?

Your need to know about the new cervical screening test

My friend has cancer. How do I help?

When a friend has cancer it can be hard to know what to do.

The best ski resorts in China

Hitting the slopes in China

How to take the sting out of a burn

What to do if you’ve suffered a burn.

Why DIY health checks are important

6 simple health checks you can do at home

The best bike friendly cities

Plan your next city adventure on two wheels

Looking after your liver

And why you need to

What happens to your health at every age

Health over a lifetime: the peaks and troughs

Can exercise prevent depression in children?

The benefits of physical activity at a young age

The truth about spirulina

Superfood or ‘super-fad’?

6 quick and easy breakfast ideas

Try these recipes for an energising weekday morning

Create the perfect morning routine

Routines are essential to a great day

Stay healthy in your 20’s

Health tips for men

Protecting your eyes while studying

Do you suffer from Computer Vision Syndrome?

Exploring ‘The Science of Happiness’

Psychologist Emily Toner on the benefits positive psychology.

A few minutes of running for a longer life

Gentle, regular jogging can have big results

Best hiking trails in Australia

Here are the top 10 Australian trails to hit

Preparing for pregnancy

Helpful tips and advice for mums-to-be

New to running? Get the right idea about the gear

Get the right shoes, clothes, and tech.

7 tips for travelling with diabetes

Maintain blood sugar levels on the go

Start on the front foot - tips for the amateur runner

Follow these running tips to avoid injury.

Can you really get haemorrhoids from a cold floor?

Sorting haemorrhoids fact from fiction

Can you reduce the effects of PMS?

Up to 30% of women experience severe premenstrual syndrome.

7 must-have travel apps

Take the stress out of travelling with these helpful apps

Physio, chiro or osteo – what’s the difference?

What to expect from these different types of treatment

The secret to making high heels more comfortable

Podiatrist Emily Smith shares her tips

Do you need an electric toothbrush?

Which toothbrush scrubs up best?

The psychology behind creating habits

And tips for sticking the good ones

Breathing techniques for arthritis

Manage your pain the simple way

Periods on the pill

Are they really necessary?

The truth about apple cider vinegar

The health benefits of apple cider vinegar.

Which sunscreen is best?

Find out the difference between SPF 15, 30 and 50

How often should you eat red meat?

Dr Tim Crowe lifts the lid

How to start running with your kids

Running with kids is a rewarding way to keep fit

Can you really get chlamydia from a toilet seat? Debunking STI myths

Can you actually get chlamydia from a toilet seat? 6 truths

Sunburnt? Here’s what you should do

Leading Dermatologist Chris Baker explains

Expert tips for healthy eating

Dietitian Lauren Atkins shares her tips for success

Let’s talk about (safe) sex

So you want to have sex? Here’s what you need to think about

5 ways to eat healthy while travelling

Come home feeling refreshed, fit and energised.

Listen now: How to look after your child’s teeth

Help your child develop a healthy oral hygiene routine

School nasties to watch out for

Contiguous infections commonly seen in kids

How my mother's heart attack at my age encouraged me to LiveLighter

How this mother of three got her health back on track

12 ways to beat Christmas stress

Advice from the Black Dog Institute

Vitamin D in the sunburnt country

How to stay SunSmart and still get enough Vitamin D

How often should you shower?

Dr Katherine Armour explores

Quit smoking the smart way

Give yourself the best chance of success

How to have a conversation about suicide

Reaching out to someone you care about could save their life

Gluten intolerance or coeliac disease: which is it?

Exploring the difference between the two conditions

Salt: How much is too much?

It’s probably less than you think.

Australians running towards a more active future

How many Australians are running or jogging?

A better work day, from start to finish

Improve your health – and performance and productivity – while at work

Top 10 Australian family travel destinations

Find your perfect domestic getaway

Can you prevent the signs of ageing?

Dermatologist Belinda Welsh shares what actually works

To hit the gym or hit the footpath?

The benefits of outdoor exercise revealed

Could your phone use be impacting your spinal health?

What is your phone doing to your spine?

What should men eat?

Dietician Lauren Atkins breaks down nutrition advice for men

Are you cutting your toenails correctly?

Straight or curved? Podiatrist Joseph Frenkel explains

Tips to prevent eye-damage

Dr Kevin Cheng shares his tips on protecting your peepers

To detox or not to detox?

Fad or fact: we find out

Could garlic be the ultimate superfood?

Reading this article may give you bad breath

5 ways to avoid festive weight gain

How to make smart food and drink choices

Keen runner? What you should know about pronation

Flat feet or high arches? Understand your feet better.

Are you a cyberchondriac?

Dr Google could be making you anxious.

COVID-19 vaccine rollout. What does it mean for international students?

Find out more about the COVID-19 vaccine in Australia, and when you might receive your COVID-19 vaccination.

Who’s most at risk of loneliness?

And how you can alleviate symptoms

What causes depression?

Medibank mental health nurse Rachel Bowes explains

Is it safe to go to hospital during COVID-19?

What you can expect if you’re planning on going to hospital.

Let's get behind the mask

Wearing a face mask during COVID-19: here are the guidelines.

Life after cancer

For many people, a cancer journey doesn’t finish when their treatment ends

Signs you might have an STI

And what you should do about it

Acne: fact or fiction?

Is chocolate really to blame?

Managing your health: your checklist

Are you managing your health as well as you could be?

Breast cancer: risks, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

Learn more about breast cancer

Why does my pee smell?

The smell of our pee can tell us a lot about our health.

How to manage panic attacks

Understand panic attacks, and how to prevent them

What's the difference between paracetamol and ibuprofen?

Paracetamol vs ibuprofen

The link between blood types and heart health

Could you be more at risk?

Prostate cancer: risks, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

Learn more about prostate cancer

How asthma affects your oral health

Know how to protect your teeth and gums

A young runner and his journey with asthma

Watch 23 year old Aussie, Mathan, share his story

OPSM shines light on link between mental health and eyesight

OPSM urges Australians to get their eyes tested this World Sight Day.

Heart disease: how health cover can help

Heart disease? We might be able to help.

What causes acne?

Find out whether junk food is to blame

A salute to our healthcare workers

Our healthcare workers have worked tirelessly to make sure that those who need it have support throughout these difficult times. Here we shine a light on the people who often don’t get the recognition they deserve.

What causes mouth ulcers?

Spoiler alert - stress is on the list

Anxiety explained

Learn more about anxiety

How to keep up with your health checks during COVID-19

How to see your doctor during COVID-19.

Killer heels

Why do we yawn?

Have you ever wondered why yawns are contagious?

What to do when Thunderstorm asthma strikes again

Advice from Epworth Respiratory Physician and Allergist, Dr Michael Sutherland

Recovering from pacemaker surgery

What happens after you get home?

Does your child suffer from sleep apnoea?

The signs of sleep apnoea in kids

What causes hiccups?

Stress and excitement are on the list

COVID-19 vaccine rollout. What does it mean for you?

Find out more about the COVID-19 vaccine in Australia, and when you might receive your vaccination.

Understand psoriasis

How your misconceptions could be affecting sufferers

Can you really break your penis?

The rumours are true - you can break your penis.

Facing tough times with acceptance

The idea of acceptance is popping up everywhere from buddhism to the blogosphere, but how can we apply it to good effect in our lives?

Signs you might have a gambling problem

Use these checklists to see if you're at risk

Bad cough? It could be whooping cough

Know the signs

Pumpkin and red lentil soup: freezer friendly recipe

A tasty variation of the classic

Coping with change in the time of COVID-19

While the easing of COVID-19 restrictions has us knocking on the doors of loved ones and booking tables at our favourite restaurants, for some, the idea of life after lockdown and living with COVID-19 can be a little overwhelming. Here are some tips that may help.

Bowel cancer on the rise amongst young Aussies – could you be at risk?

Signs and symptoms of bowel cancer and how to prevent it

How alcohol affects your brain

Can a big night out really kill brain cells?

What does your tongue say about your health?

How to keep tabs on your tongue health

Is it time to see a lactation consultant?

Breastfeeding doesn't come naturally to everyone

Do adults need to be vaccinated?

It may be time to get a booster

Caring for your hearing and your health

1 in 6 Australians experience some degree of hearing loss.

Understanding hospital costs

Don’t be caught out by unexpected costs

How to talk about COVID-19 with your kids

Be prepared to answer the big questions from little ones.

Should you worry about warts?

Most people will get one during their lifetime.

I suspect I have COVID-19. What next?

If you think you may have caught the novel coronavirus, here’s what you should do.

Tips for your time in hospital

How to make your stay as comfortable as possible

Not all headaches are created equal

Common headache types and what do about them

How to plan for a healthier future during COVID-19

Healthy changes that could have lasting effects.

Melanoma: risks, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

Learn more about melanoma

Asthma: why women need to take extra care

New data shows women over 55 are most at risk of dying from asthma

Physios warn of post-lockdown injury

Sports clubs and players are being urged to ensure they are match fit before they hit the court or field as coronavirus restrictions ease and sport resumes.

Are you living with a childbirth-related injury?

Common injuries women experience from childbirth but never talk about

The importance of having an asthma action plan

Are you or a loved one affected by asthma? You’re not alone.

How to guide teenagers through COVID-19

Beneath the poker face, your teenager may be feeling anxious about COVID-19 and going back to school. Here’s how you can guide them through it.

Self-isolation: how it helps stop COVID-19 and tips to help you get through

Self-isolation: We're in this together, even if that means being alone.

Common heart procedures explained: coronary angiogram and coronary angioplasty

What you need to know about these common heart procedures

Bowel cancer: Never too young

A young mother shares her story

Everything you need to know about COVID-19

What it is, its symptoms, how it’s spread, who’s at risk, and how you can prevent it.

Endometriosis, fertility and pregnancy

We look at the link

Depression explained

Find out more about depression

Managing long-term lung problems (COPD)

Tips to manage your condition.

Recognising concussion in kids

Know when to seek help

Mental health support: who do I turn to?

Understand what your options are

Why you should call your grandparents more often

How social isolation affects physical and mental health

Antibiotics: when do you really need them?

Our antibiotic use is amongst the highest in the world

Does your child have a sleeping problem?

Recognise the signs and understand how to deal with them

Home from hospital: how to stay healthy

Steps to a strong recovery

How to balance your screen time during COVID-19

Give your eyes a break to avoid digital eye strain.

Managing your heart disease

Tips to manage your heart disease

Inflammation: Friend or foe?

Understanding good and bad inflammation

Cervical Screening: What do your results mean?

Our guide to interpreting your cervical screening results

What does regular exercise do for your sex life?

We look at what the science says on sex and exercise.

Is your oral bacteria causing migraines?

A new study sheds some light

Managing long-term lung problems (COPD): when to seek help

Know the signs of a flare up.

Preparing for joint replacement surgery

Understand what to expect and prepare for your surgery

Bouncing back from the flu

Recovering from the flu? Here are our top tips to boost your health.

Anxious eaters anonymous

What causes us to overeat and how to combat it

How to tell if your adult child is experiencing a mental health issue

Understand the signs of anxiety and depression

The kissing disease: How to deal with glandular fever

Why you get it and how to spot the symptoms

Preparing for pacemaker surgery

Give yourself the best chance of a quick recovery

Butter or margarine?

We chew the fat to find out which one is better for you.

Managing your medications

Keep on top of your medications after hospital.

Thunderstorm asthma explained

How weather changes can trigger asthma symptoms

Recognising problem gambling

Only 15 per cent of problem gamblers ever seek help

What causes muscle cramps?

And how to prevent them from cramping your style

What causes bad breath?

Find out how to keep your mouth so fresh and so clean

Brain cancer: risks, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

Learn more about brain cancer

Suffering from a sore back?

Tips for preventing and managing back pain

Post-traumatic stress disorder

Understand the symptoms and when to get help

What causes anxiety?

Medibank mental health nurse Rachel Bowes explains

Living with anxiety

The various forms of anxiety and how they differ

What causes dandruff?

Can we do anything to prevent this head scratcher?

Common procedures explained: Colonoscopy

What to expect and how to prepare

How to deal with childhood food allergies

Don’t let food allergies hold your child back

The difference between cold and flu

We explain the symptoms and best ways to recover

What causes low blood pressure?

Dr Linda Swan explains

Lung cancer: risks, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

Learn more about lung cancer

The physical effects of loneliness

Could loneliness be making you sick? We look at new research

Mushroom ragu: freezer friendly recipe

Try this freezer friendly mushroom ragu

What the wart?

Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about plantar warts

Down, worried, or just feeling low?

Tips to manage your mental health.

Know the signs of a heart attack

With a heart attack, every minute counts

Managing a bowel cancer diagnosis

What to expect after diagnosis

Diabetes and COVID-19

While this is a challenging time for all of us, people with diabetes may be feeling particularly vulnerable.

Shining a light on childhood cancer

Understand the signs and symptoms

Keeping your kidneys healthy

How to prevent kidney disease

Telehealth explained

The coronavirus pandemic is changing the way we access our healthcare services – here’s what you need to know.

Managing your blood pressure

Tips to manage your condition

Getting your medicines during the coronavirus outbreak: what you need to know

Staying at home and on top of your health.

Types of weight loss procedures

How do they work and who is suitable for them?

What to do if you have COVID-19

A guide to what you should do if you have COVID-19.

Is arthritis affecting your mental health?

New Medibank data reveals you’re not alone

Is it time for a heart health check?

Taking one could save your life

Tooth extractions explained

Learn more about common tooth extractions

Osteoporosis and iron deficiency

Is there a link?

Is your commute to work making you unhealthy?

MBHI reveals a link between length of commute and overall health

Psoriasis: does obesity play a role?

We explore the link

Providing surgeons with insights and information to improve healthcare

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and Medibank working together

Smoking trends over the last 8 years

How the states’ smoking habits differ

700,000 Australians now living with cataracts

New Medibank data reveals a rise in cataracts.

Which state is the fittest?

We compare the exercise habits of people across the country

How much are we drinking?

18-24 year olds actually drink the least per week

Who are the healthiest voters in Australia?

A correlation between political party and health?

Technology provides peace of mind

Keeping an eye on ageing loved ones’ health and wellbeing

How does having kids impact your health?

A mum shares her thoughts on how motherhood has impacted her

What does the future hold for male contraception?

We explore the options

The sporting injury affecting more Australian women

How Medibank is helping to prevent it

The health of Aussie mums

And how it differs to women without kids

Fluoride: what is it and why is it in the water?

Do we really need fluoride in our drinking water?

Is there a link between loneliness and Alzheimer’s?

A new study sheds some light

Stress hitting Aussie students hard

Our data shows students are experiencing high stress levels

What's getting in the way of cooking with our kids?

Is technology to blame?

Does your housing impact your health?

Apartments versus houses – which residents are the healthiest?

Can exercise play a role in cancer prevention and treatment?

Does exercise play a role in cancer prevention and treatment?

Are red wine drinkers healthier?

How the alcohol we drink impacts our health

UTI's: How you get them and how to treat them

Cranberry juice: friend or foe?

Depression and contraception: is there a link?

Find out what the research says

What really happens to your body when you turn 30

This is what happens to your body in your 30s

How much does surgery cost?

Colonoscopies, hernia and gastric sleeve procedures

What are Australians really eating?

We delve into the data on Aussie eating habits

What is Australia’s favourite workout?

Walking is a great way to keep active

Does where you’re from impact your fitness level?

Our data explores whether how much you exercise is affected by your country of birth

Overweight Australia: which gender has the higher BMI?

Overweight, obese or OK?

Working to reverse our childhood obesity crisis

1 in 4 Australian children are now overweight or obese

Why a healthy social life might be the key to living longer

Do you feel socially connected?

How your phone habits affect your sleep

And what it means for your mental health, hormones and more.

More than 1 million Aussies iron deficient

Data shows iron deficiency has increased in recent years

What your relationship status means for your health

MBHI finds a correlation between your relationship status and your health

The first Medibank Better Health Index reveals the state of Australia’s health

A snapshot of our nation’s health and how it’s changed

Is there a link between type 2 diabetes and cancer?

We explore the connection between these two conditions

Sugary drinks: how much are we actually drinking?

We look at how much soft drink, cordial and flavoured milk Australians drink each week

Medibank trialling haemodialysis at home

Giving members with chronic kidney disease more choice

Should you take probiotics?

What does the evidence says about probiotics?

Chronic joint disease taking its toll on younger Aussies

Are obesity and changing exercise habits to blame?

Have scientists found a cure for Alzheimer's?

New drug reveals promising results

5.7 million Aussies living with dental health issues

Is tooth decay on the rise?

Diabetes numbers have almost quadrupled since 1980

Global report on diabetes highlights the need step up prevention and treatment

The origins of western and eastern medicine

Two schools of thought explained

How healthy are Australian men?

The results are in

Tackling the rising rate of chronic conditions with care

Support for Australians living with chronic health conditions

How to prevent type 2 diabetes

According to our latest claims data

Signs your elderly loved one may need assisted care

Does your loved one need some extra care?

Is avoiding ‘life admin’ putting your health at risk?

How many tasks are you avoiding on your list?

Could human poo treat the incurable?

We sniff out the latest research on faecal transplants

Does living alone impact your health?

We weigh in with the findings

How excess weight may impact your fertility

Obesity may trigger problems ovulating

Which gender suffers from more medical issues?

Medical health compared by gender

How do I know if my child is a healthy weight?

It's not always easy for parents to recognise problems.

Women in leadership: Dr Linda Swan

Dr Linda Swan talks about her career in medicine and becoming Chief Medical Officer

Which state has the healthiest diet?

We explore how each state performs in the nutrition stakes

This is why you get the runs after drinking

Hangover diarrhoea explained

How to maintain strong and healthy bones

6 simple tips to reduce your risk of osteoporosis

Healthy habits of the world's longest living people

Longevity doesn't just count on exercise & nutrition

Which state consumes the most alcohol?

Our drinking habits: state by state

Kilojoule labelling leads to healthier choices

With obesity levels on the rise, mandatory kilojoule labelling is important step forward

Research reveals 2017 is the year of the supermum

Find out how Aussie mums are doing in 2017

Health Concierge: support when it’s needed most

Find out more about Medibank's Health Concierge

Celebrations around the world have one thing in common

We take a look at the research

Champion up to the challenge

Paralympian Dylan Alcott inspiring young people with a disability

Introducing the Medibank Better Health Index

How much do you know about our nation’s health?

Rare and expensive procedures revealed

What’s a whipple procedure, and how much does it cost?

Why are millennials having less sex?

Are dating apps to blame?

Can too much stress lead to a bad heart?

The negative effects of constantly being in fight-or-flight.

How does running a small business impact your health?

We chat with two small business owners

Medibank members' longest hospital stays

The right care can take time

Could vegetables cut your risk of insulin resistance?

Are veggies the answer?

How much do mental health conditions cost?

New study puts a high price on mental health conditions

Medibank’s palliative care at home trial

Giving our customers choice in where they would like to receive their end-of-life care can provide dignity, privacy and help them retain control over the care they receive.

Are big spenders the healthiest overall?

Spending lots might not be an indicator of good health

The chances of conceiving with IVF

Do they change after multiple attempts?

Join the community: can group exercise improve your mental wellbeing?

Group exercise keeps us motivated, committed and connected

Bringing Virtual Reality to hospital patients

Introducing ‘Joy’

Jump in injuries for sporty young girls

Increase linked to increasing participation in team sports

Who exercises more: men or women?

Which sex is fitter?

Can alcohol increase the risk of breast cancer?

We explore the facts

Why being 'fat but fit' is still a health risk

Are claims you can be 'healthy at any size' true?

Young Aussies affected by mental health issues hits 1.7 million

According to new data

Almost half of hospital patients are looking for more support

Find out how Medibank is helping.

What causes dementia?

Dementia is not an inevitable part of ageing

Who has a better diet: women or men?

We dig through the MBHI data to find out

Medibank’s chemotherapy in the home trial

Working towards more choice over where you get treatment

Dental health issues hitting Aussie women hardest

Medibank data finds women more likely to seek dental treatment

Empty Nest Syndrome: what, why and how to cope

When your child moving out affects your mental health

We’re eating less junk food, so why is obesity still on the rise?

Why Australians are still overweight

Which type of work is the most stressful?

We’ve analysed the stress levels amongst workers in 7 major fields

The state of chronic health conditions in Australia

We look at which conditions are most prevalent and rising amongst Aussies

Australia’s better health battle: men and women

We look at the data to find out which gender is healthier

Has the mistletoe lost its magic?

Christmas may no longer be the most popular time to concieve

What’s more stressful: a newborn child or a teenager?

We analyse whether a mother’s stress levels are impacted by the age of her children

How mental health has shifted over time

Worrying signs for mental health in Australia

City vs. country: does where we live impact our weight?

We look at Aussies’ waistlines and how they differ from the big smoke to the country

Do placebos still work if you know you're taking them?

Sugar pills could be more effective than we think

Aussies struggling to get a good night's rest

Six tips on how to get a better night's sleep

Turning ground-breaking research into action

It is exciting times for health research at Medibank

How smoking has improved since 2007

There has been a steady decline in smoking, but its not all good news

Heavy body, heavy mind: The relationship between diet and mental health

how your diet can affect your mind

A glimmer of hope in our worsening obesity crisis

Young Australians lead the positive shift

The link between diet and prostate cancer

Could what you eat reduce your risk of prostate cancer?

Which gender is more likely to drink?

Alcohol is a vice for both genders

Arthroscopy for osteoarthritis: why you should think twice

Research suggests it may be a waste of time.

The link between diet and depression

What we eat can play a role in our mental wellbeing

Is the ‘man flu’ struggle real?

Data reveals men are hit harder than women when it comes to the flu

Are you cleaning your ears wrong?

Your mum was right when she told you not to stick things in your ears! Here's why.

Your brain is a supercomputer

Humans are incredible, so we’re celebrating the extraordinary in what is often seen as ordinary, starting with the human brain.

Why millennials need to self-care more than other generations

Millennials are more depressed and anxious than ever before

Why it's time to check your blood pressure

You probably have a good idea what you weigh, how tall you are, or what your waist size is, but what about your blood pressure? Find out why it’s an important measure for you to know and keep an eye on.

The signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes symptoms can be vague, making it difficult to diagnose. Here’s a guide to the causes and symptoms of type 2 diabetes and the best ways to manage it.

Have your kids had an eye check?

How often should kids get their eyes tested? What are the common signs of vision problems to look out for in children? We answer your questions here.

Skin in the game

What is the 45-49 health assessment and am I eligible?

A government subsidised 45-49 year old health assessment can help Australians identify potential chronic conditions early and reduce the risks.

Spot the difference: Moles or melanomas?

A quick DIY skin check could save your life.