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- How private health cover can help young people Is private health insurance worth it? Even if you’re young and healthy, our programs and services help young people take charge of their health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/benefits-of-private-health-insurance-young-people
- Empowering women through healthcare We spoke to Sarah White, CEO of Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, who shares her advice for moving towards an equitable healthcare system. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/strong/international-womens-day-2023
- Health cover explained: What is a pre-existing condition? What is a pre-existing condition? And how can it affect your private health insurance? Let’s find out. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/pre-existing-conditions-health-insurance
- Indigenous health: outback hero helps patients with kidney disease We talk to experts about the variations in e-cigarettes and examine the research around vaping side effects. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/indigenous-health-kidney-disease-treatment
- Stroke rehabilitation changed by robots Robotic technology is helping people who have had a stroke regain their movement, physical strength and independence. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/robots-helping-recover-from-stroke
- Huntington’s disease treatment breakthrough Huntington’s disease: a breakthrough treatment might slow or even stop the degenerative disease. We talk to an expert on how this exciting treatment could work. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/huntingtons-disease-breakthrough
- Robots teaching social skills to children with autism For children with autism, robots can be a powerful tool, helping them develop empathy and life skills. These robots are working with children with autism. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/robots-helping-kids-with-autism
- Air pollution: effects and solutions Air pollution can contribute to asthma and respiratory problems. Here are some ways we can improve air quality and reduce health problems from air pollution. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/affects-of-air-pollution
- Day hospitals and elective surgery: What you need to know Day hospitals offer specialist services that may be the option for the surgery you’ve been waiting for. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/day-hospital-procedures
- Tackling our health crisis The Australian Partnership Prevention Centre is working on solutions to halt the increasing trend of chronic health conditions. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/tackling-health-crisis