Health professionals are particularly worried about the impact of children skipping meals.
WA’s family food crisis
Expert support for pill testing
It’s considered a ‘proven intervention’ at a time when ecstasy use in Australia is on the rise.
Calls for combat sports ban as UFC hits Perth
Doctors warn ‘it does damage the participants and it damages us to watch it’.
AMA demands health bosses act on survey
A new report describes the relationship between doctors and hospital management as in tatters.
Euthanasia debate set to ramp up in WA
Dying is inevitable – is euthanasia as well? It looks like Victoria could soon legalise euthanasia.
Health insurance reforms target the young
The incentives may not be enough to attract more members, according to a public health expert.
Free vaccine to prevent further deaths
Teenagers, who are particularly at risk of meningococcal, can now receive the vaccine from their local doctor.
Improving mental health at work
The State Government and UWA have joined forces to introduce a mental illness prevention program for WA workplaces.
Promoting health by design
The Heart Foundation is working with local councils to make healthy food more accessible.
Elder abuse slips under the radar
… despite one in 20 Western Australians being affected.
Cars offer hope for blokes
Drivers use their love for automobiles to deal with mental illness.
Rehabilitation in colour
Fremantle street artist works with local service to help tackle drug and alcohol addiction in the port city.
Illegal gym-migrants
There’s no such thing as a free workout, fitness club managers say.
Trail Blazin’
What do WA medical marijuana laws mean for you?
WA campaign provides essentials for homeless women
The donations can dramatically improve the quality of life for our most vulnerable.
Claims popular herbicide causes cancer
But farming experts have dismissed the report.
Social media turns fitness into business
Instagram and Youtube are being used to promote, sell and inspire.