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Melbourne Hospital Panel Confronts War's Impact on Kids

A poignant panel discussion at Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital, featuring former ABC journalist Sophie McNeill and paediatric experts, confronts the devastating and often overlooked health consequences of war on the world's most vulnerable children.

Mum's school shoe experiment reveals painful truth

A mother's eye-opening experiment reveals the shocking physical toll of a school day on children's feet. Discover why experts are calling for urgent changes to school footwear policies.

Eye tilt symptom reveals child's brain tumour

The story of a mother's intuition and the crucial eye symptom that uncovered her daughter's rare brain tumour, optic nerve glioma. Learn the signs every parent should know.

Eye pain leads to Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis

A young woman's unexplained eye pain and vision problems turned out to be early signs of Multiple Sclerosis. Discover the symptoms that led to her diagnosis and why doctors urge everyone to pay attention to neurological changes.

Woman blinded in horrific random eye-gouging attack

A horrific and unprovoked assault outside a Publix supermarket in Florida has left a woman blinded after a stranger allegedly gouged out her eyes. The suspect, who has a history of mental health issues, is in custody as police investigate the terrifying r

Seeing Through Static: Life with Visual Snow Syndrome

A woman shares her extraordinary experience of seeing the world through a constant layer of static, a rare neurological condition known as Visual Snow Syndrome that transforms everyday vision into a perpetual television screen of flickering noise.

Eye test may predict Alzheimer's 12 years early, study finds

A groundbreaking study from Moorfields Eye Hospital and UCL suggests a simple, routine eye test could detect early signs of dementia and Alzheimer's disease up to 12 years before diagnosis, potentially transforming early screening.

Cult Aussie Eye Mask Sells 15 Million: Shoppers Go Wild

Discover the Australian overnight sensation eye mask that's taken the beauty world by storm, with a staggering 15 million products sold. Shoppers and beauty editors hail it as a revolutionary treatment for dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines.

Eye Scan Could Predict Intelligence, UK Study Finds

Groundbreaking UK research reveals a simple eye scan could one day predict cognitive ability, linking a thicker retina to higher intelligence and opening new doors for early neurological screening.

Best New Children's Books & YA Novels 2025

Discover the must-read children's and YA books of the season. Our expert roundup features magical picture books, thrilling middle-grade novels, and powerful young adult fiction to inspire every young reader.

UK Doctors Urge Covid Jabs for All Children Aged 5-11

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health updates its official stance, strongly recommending vaccination for healthy children aged 5-11 amid rising hospitalisations and new variant concerns.

Ozempic and Wegovy may increase risk of vision loss

A recent study suggests that popular weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, containing semaglutide, may increase the risk of a rare eye condition leading to vision loss. Experts urge caution.

Doctors warn: Stop rubbing your eyes immediately

Medical experts reveal the dangerous consequences of rubbing your eyes and share essential tips to protect your vision. Find out why this common habit could be harming your health.

How ageing changes your colour perception

New research reveals how ageing alters our perception of colours, from vibrant blues to muted reds. Discover the science behind why the world may look different as you grow older.

40% of Over-50s at Risk of Painful Eye Condition

A startling new study reveals that nearly half of adults over 50 suffer from an eye condition that could lead to serious vision problems. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.

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