Health

From left: Gabrielle Kirson, Justine Furman and Leeann Edelmuth. Photo: supplied

May 4, 2026, 9:12 am

Using fashion to fight mental health stigma

A new streetwear brand founded by three women is using fashion to break down mental health stigma in Australia. Jessica Abelsohn spoke to Justine Furman about Wear What You Feel.

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 19, 2025, 9:38 am

Mary-Claire King and the secrets written in our DNA

While pancreatic cancer is the eighth most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, it’s estimated that it will be the third most common cause of death from cancer in 2025.

By Jessica Abelsohn

September 18, 2025, 10:22 am

For my best friend, Will

'No kid should have to go through what Will did. Cancer changes kids physically and mentally ... They can’t have a normal childhood'

By Pearl Raphael-Zimmet

June 18, 2025, 2:44 pm

Educators are key to fighting disorders

With more than one million Australians living with an eating disorder, it’s crucial that caregivers and educators are equipped with the right tools to help those affected.

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 15, 2024, 10:25 am

Addressing raw grief

When Joanne Fedler's mother passed away, she was overcome with grief. While she tried to write a memoir, it was "too soon". So out popped a fable instead.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Siblings enjoying their PJ library books.

November 23, 2023, 12:40 pm

Welcome packs and support for community

"The power of seeing yourself represented in a book can't be underestimated..."

By AJN STAFF

Dr Deborah Burnett from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research.

November 23, 2023, 12:26 pm

NSW Premier’s Prize win for Burnett

"It's a testament to what we can achieve when we collaborate and use our shared knowledge, to answer the important research questions that will let us advance health outcomes."

By AJN STAFF

October 29, 2023, 6:34 am

Dr Dan full time at The Emeline

“It’s a really humbling experience to be able to provide care to patients. I’m so lucky to have such wonderful patients, grateful to the team at Ormond for the support they’ve given me over the years..."

October 26, 2023, 10:00 am

Behind the chest is the heart

When Andi Lew's breast implants tried to kill her, she was forced to jump through several hoops to have them removed. She's now sharing her story so other women know the dangers of breast implantation, empowering them to make their own health decisions. Jessica Abelsohn spoke to the author about her new book.

By Jessica Abelsohn

The Emeline offers GPs with special interests in children's health, women's health and fertility, and has child and adolescent psychologists on site.

October 23, 2023, 7:22 am

Helping to keep families healthy

“We want to provide personalised care, get to know our patients and their care needs well, so that we can keep them safe and healthy and focus on the ‘whole person’..."

By AJN STAFF

The Futsalroos celebrate in Chinese Taipei. Ethan De Melo is in the back row, fifth from the left. Photo: AFC Media

October 20, 2023, 10:12 am

Ethan helps Futsalroos qualify for Asian Cup

“It’s an incredible achievement for the Futsalroos, and a major stepping stone for futsal in Australia,” De Melo told The AJN on Tuesday.

By Shane Desiatnik

Men are welcomed to the Maccabi Locker Room.

October 19, 2023, 1:22 pm

Where real men can cry

The locker room encourages men to talk, help, laugh and most importantly share emotions in a safe and confidential environment.

By Carol Saffer

October 12, 2023, 8:25 am

How to talk to your children about Israel

The world is struggling at the moment. So, as parents struggle, how can they best help their children understand and deal with the situation?

By Jessica Abelsohn

October 4, 2023, 2:05 pm

JewishCare’s R U OK? Day

...a heartfelt initiative that galvanised the community...

By AJN STAFF

Obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr Lionel Steinberg.

October 3, 2023, 7:22 am

The best care for women – and their babies

St Vincent's Private Hospital is currently embarking in a state-of-art redevelopment. Dr Lionel Steinberg shares with Rebecca Davis. how new mothers and their babies will benefit.

By AJN STAFF

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