National Disruption Group to be established to crush tobacco black market
A new National Disruption Group will be convened to stamp out the exploding illicit tobacco market and other…
As illicit tobacco sales rise into the billions, economist Arthur Laffer puts blame on high tobacco taxation rate
Internal tobacco industry data estimates the illicit tobacco market now makes up 64 per cent of all tobacco…
Multilateral collaboration remains key amid funding shifts in global health
As the US withdraws from the World Health Organization and cuts overseas aid, regional partnerships are critical to…
Lifestyle choices and hormonal imbalances can impact men’s reproductive health
A new research paper was published in Volume 12 of Oncoscience on September 30, 2025, titled “Lifestyle and hormonal factors affecting…
Ultraprocessed food addiction in older adults: Key findings
Researchers warn that ultraprocessed food has left a lasting imprint on older Americans, especially women, linking addictive eating…
Second-hand smoke causes major health burden for children worldwide
Children lose 8.45 million days of healthy life each year globally due to second hand smoke, according to…
Health minister concedes tobacco black market has ‘exploded’
Health Minister Mark Butler has conceded the tobacco black market has “exploded” into the biggest threat to public…
UCLA study links morning sickness to immune system changes in early pregnancy
UCLA researchers have uncovered a link between “morning sickness” symptoms and the body’s natural, but complex, inflammatory response…
WHO’s new report highlights the urgent need to address NCDs and mental health
The World Health Organization (WHO) today released a new report titled “Saving lives, spending less”, revealing that an…
Police allege illegal tobacco mastermind dodged $30 million in taxes, fuelled crime in Victoria
Police say they have arrested a major player in Victoria’s illegal tobacco market after raids across various Melbourne…
What are the benefits of chewing gum beyond oral health?
Chewing gum may be more than a sweet habit. It may boost endurance in athletes and help patients…
International ATM giant NCR Atleos begins removing machines from tobacco stores after ABC investigation
Giant international ATM supplier NCR Atleos will remove more than 50 machines from tobacco stores across Australia after…