Sometimes the emotions around sensitive topics like organ donation, plastic surgery or joint replacement surgery can obscure sound practical advice. That's why we're here – to provide expert knowledge and background that will help you decide for yourself. Let's face it – some of the biggest decisions you'll make in life concern your health. Our advice? Don't scrimp on research.
Medical treatments
Medical treatments
Knowing the facts will give you peace of mind before you check in or go under.
Buying guides
How to choose the right breast implants
What you need to know about breast augmentation.
Articles
Hospital conglomerate taken to court for alleged anti-competitive practices
Strategy was put in place to protect a regional monopoly, claims the ACCC
Stem cell therapy
In a field of huge potential, the hype is currently way ahead of the science – with vulnerable consumers paying the price.
Corrective surgery for joint replacements down
21 October 2016 | Consumers can face hip, knee and shoulder replacement surgery with more confidence.
Tough new guidelines for cosmetic procedures
13 May 2016 | New rules to protect vulnerable and young patients.
Breast implant clinic sedation practices investigated
High levels of anaesthetic given to patients without consent.
Do you really need that test?
6 May 2015 | Choosing Wisely initiative helps patients question benefits and risks.
Cosmetic surgery holidays
Do the risks of a 'nip and tuck holiday' outweigh the savings?
Medical procedures under the knife
Assessing the safety, effectiveness and cost of common tests and treatments.
The risks and costs of medical imaging
Need a scan or X-ray? Here’s what you need to know about radiation exposure and gap payments.
Joint replacement surgery
What you need to know before you go under the knife.
More warnings about overseas cosmetic surgery
27 March 2015 | Australians warned about the dangers of travelling overseas for surgery after death in Mexico.
Unhealthy hospitals
The last thing you want from a hospital stay is to contract a preventable infection.
Organ donation: giving the gift of life
We guide you through the process of organ donation - who it affects, and how you can help.
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Hospitals and medical procedures
Preparing for surgery, preventing infection, and the risks of medical imaging.
Trouble sleeping
Rest easy, we’re here to tell you all you need to know to help you sleep better and improve the quality of your downtime.