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The Essure contraceptive device left some women with chronic pelvic pain. Why did their class action fail?

The Victorian Supreme Court recently dismissed a class action on behalf of more than 1,400 women who received Bayer’s Essure contraceptive device.

The decision attracted significant publicity, including criticism from the Victorian Premier.

It left the women shocked and disappointed, particularly since Bayer had...

Easy Plants You Can Grow at Home All Year Round
Let’s be real: we’ve all had that moment where we bought a beautiful plant, brought it home with the best intentions, and then watched it slowly turn into a dried-up stick. Usually, it just …
Growing up in disadvantaged areas may affect teens' brains, but good parenting can help
Disadvantaged neighbourhoods can be a source of stress for young people. New research has found growing up in a disadvantaged neighbourhood may have negative effects on children’s brain …
Explainer: what is tularemia and can I catch it from a possum?
Researchers have found Australia's first confirmed case of tularemia in a ringtail possum.Andrew Mercer/flickr, CC BY-NC-SATularemia is a disease that affects humans and other animals. It is…
Dale Beaumont reveals the secrets to accumulating $10 Million
The dream of becoming an entrepreneur is well and truly alive, with roughly half a million Australians being involved in start-up businesses at any given point in time.[1] The survival rate …
Are Window Bird Feeders Safe?
The beauty of a backyard is often enhanced by the wild birds that come to feed, adding an extra measure of enchantment to your yard. But before you bring these feathered friends closer w…

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Achieving thick, vibrant hair requires more than just high-quality shampoos and topical serums. Real...

Australia's harsh summer sun takes a heavy toll on our tresses, leaving them dry, brittle, and pro...

Achieving lustrous, resilient hair requires consistent daily care rather than occasional expensive...