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Get answers to the health questions everyone’s asking. Our experts give you the information you need to feel good and make the best decisions for your brain and body.

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We're doing a live show! Bring your rash to Brisbane March 22 Mar 04, 2024

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What's That Rash? is coming to the World Science Festival Brisbane!

Bring yourself (and your non-communicable rash) to a live podcast recording with Dr Norman Swan and Tegan Taylor.

We've got two double passes to give away to the Social Science event on March 22 for those who'll be in Brisbane.

Send us your questions for a chance to win. AND it's an adults-only event with mature content and coarse language, so go wild — thatrash@abc.net.au

We're not the only ones attending. All in the Mind will also be doing a live show, and Dr Karl will be there for some Great Moments in Science!

Are hormones hindering your workout? Feb 28, 2024

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Have you ever been told to 'listen to your body' when it comes to fitness?

It makes sense. You shouldn't push through injury, or past the point of exhaustion.

But how far is too far? There are now dozens of apps and hundreds of advice columns on how best to 'listen to your body'.

One strategy that's rising in the ranks is adjusting your workout routine to work alongside your menstrual cycle.

Norman and Tegan explore whether this kind of tech is advancing faster than the research.

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Why do we have wisdom teeth? Feb 21, 2024

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The only time most of us think about wisdom teeth is when they’re causing trouble.

Do they have a use beyond causing pain (and leaving you with a hefty dental bill)?

Norman and Tegan talk through the history of these meddlesome molars, and what happens when you ignore them.

Got a health question? Shoot us a line @ABCHealth on Instagram, or send a voice memo to thatrash@abc.net.au. We'd love to hear from you!

Looking for COVID-19 updates? Don't panic, they've moved over to The Health Report

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Multivitamins: Are they a scam? Feb 14, 2024

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Let's say you're a pretty healthy person. You have a balanced diet, exercise regularly and don't have any health issues. A multivitamin can only help, right?

Not necessarily. There are lots of multivitamins out there, catering to different circumstances.

Norman and Tegan take us through the evidence for (and against) taking these catch-all supplements.

Got a health question? Shoot us a line @ABCHealth on Instagram, or send a voice memo to thatrash@abc.net.au. We'd love to hear from you!

Looking for COVID-19 updates? Don't panic, they've moved over to The Health Report

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Are chiropractors charlatans or misunderstood? Feb 07, 2024

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Thousands of Australians see a chiropractor for relief from back pain, headaches or stiffness.

There has been a level of controversy surrounding the profession since its inception in the 19th century.

But looking beyond the field's storied history, where does the evidence stand now on chiropractic?

Got a health question? Shoot us a line @ABCHealth on Instagram, or send a voice memo to thatrash@abc.net.au. We'd love to hear from you!

Looking for COVID-19 updates? Don't panic, they've moved over to The Health Report

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Does anti-ageing skincare actually work? Jan 31, 2024

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There are so many weird and wonderful skin potions out there, promising to fend off or reverse the signs of ageing.

But do they work? And if so, how do they work?

Norman and Tegan take us through their skincare routines (and some evidence, of course).

Got a health question? Shoot us a line @ABCHealth on Instagram, or send a voice memo to thatrash@abc.net.au. We'd love to hear from you!

Looking for COVID-19 updates? Don't panic, they've moved over to The Health Report

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What's the deal with night terrors? Jan 24, 2024

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Night terrors are distressing awakenings of intense screaming, thrashing and fear that often happen at the same time each night.

They're more common in children than in adults, but they can hang around or emerge later in life.

Norman takes us through his own childhood night terror, and Tegan weighs in on some of the reasons they happen in the first place.

Got a health question? Shoot us a line @ABCHealth on Instagram, or send a voice memo to thatrash@abc.net.au. We'd love to hear from you!

Looking for COVID-19 updates? Don't panic, they've moved over to The Health Report

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Why do we eat cereal for breakfast? Jan 17, 2024

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Have you ever been chastised for eating a bowl of cereal for lunch? Or having leftovers for breakfast?

There are certain foods designed 'breakfast foods' in the collective imagination: eggs, toast, cornflakes, pancakes.

But the stories of how they came to earn their morning timeslot are far from science-based.

Got a health question? Shoot us a line @ABCHealth on Instagram, or send a voice memo to thatrash@abc.net.au. We'd love to hear from you!

Looking for COVID-19 updates? Don't panic, they've moved over to The Health Report

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Working out? Why 'No Pain No Gain' is bull Jan 10, 2024

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No pain, no gain — right?

Well, if you're looking to build muscle, not necessarily. Chasing discomfort might even slow you down.

Norman and Tegan discuss delayed-onset muscle soreness, and why it's not always indicative of a good workout.

Got a health question? Shoot us a line @ABCHealth on Instagram, or send a voice memo to thatrash@abc.net.au. We'd love to hear from you!

Looking for COVID-19 updates? Don't panic, they've moved over to The Health Report

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Is there such thing as TOO much sun protection? Jan 03, 2024

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Because of the country's high UV levels, Australians hear a lot about the risks of sun exposure. But there are some benefits too.

Sunlight enables us to produce vitamin D for strong bones and immune function. But there are other ways rays can help our health.

Norman and Tegan take a look at how the right dose of sunlight can be beneficial.

Got a health question? Shoot us a line @ABCHealth on Instagram, or send a voice memo to thatrash@abc.net.au. We'd love to hear from you!

Looking for COVID-19 updates? Don't panic, they've moved over to The Health Report

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