Picture this: you’re battling a bug. You feel rotten, but you don’t know whether you’ve got a common cold or the flu. They’re both contagious respiratory bugs, but they’re actually as different as night or day! Not only are they caused by different viruses but they have different symptoms too. Let’s take a look at how to tell the two apart and the best way to treat them so you can bounce back fast.

Bushfires are, unfortunately, a frequent part of life in Australia, and even when you’re not living right next to the flames, bushfire smoke can drift a long way and affect your health. The good news? While you can’t always control the smoke outside, there are practical steps you can take to stay safe.

Aussie summer is a cheeky character: one minute it’s endless sunshine, the next it’s sticky heat, mozzies, and you’re slapping more sunscreen than you thought was humanly possible. It’s the season of backyard BBQs, beach getaways, arvo dips, and late-night catch-ups… all with a few classic summer curveballs thrown in.

Looking back, before the pandemic hit, about 1 in 3 Australians occasionally worked from home, typically to catch up on tasks. Fast forward to today, and working remotely has become the new norm for many.