Tag: Health
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Mothers battle against pregnancy discrimination in the workplace
Sarah Turner-Harris is one of many mothers facing pregnancy discrimination in Australia. A recent University of South Australia study has found that nearly 92 per cent of women experience workplace discrimination during their return-to-work phase after pregnancy, emphasising the urgent need for systemic change and better support for working mothers.
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Paying attention: the lived experiences of adulthood ADHD and why many still struggle to get diagnosed
ADHD is often perceived as being a condition that both begins and ends in childhood, but this is not the case. In ADHD Awareness Month, OTR Editor Anna Ngov reports on the realities and challenges of late-life diagnosis.
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“I’ve relied on fellow trans-folk to help educate me”: the inaccessibility of trans healthcare in South Australia
Transgender and gender diverse (TGA) Australians seeking surgical procedures can only go to a handful of specialists for gender-affirming surgery, and the process itself is lengthy and costly. OTR journalist Joanna Tucker reports on the journey faced by South Australians.
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UniSA’s COVID crackdown week: explained
If you’re confused about the University of South Australia’s recent short-lived increase of COVID measures, we hear you. OTR has secured the low-down on the “damned if you do and damned if you don’t” situation from Vice Chancellor and President, Professor David Lloyd.
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Truckers beware: the multiple health crises plaguing Australian truck drivers
A recent study by Monash University unveils concerning details about the wellbeing of Australian truck drivers. Steve Tyrrell shares his insight as a long-haul trucker of 39 years.
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Young runners defy downward trend in exercise habits with newly formed Run Club
With data showing a decline in physical activity, a group of young adults have created a running club as part of local event, Park Run.
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