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Geelong Grammar to rethink its handling of child abuse cases

Geelong Grammar is looking to change the way it deals with victims of sexual abuse at the school, the commercial manager of the school has told the child abuse royal commission. Andrew Moore gave evidence at the Royal Commission into Institutional ... >> view original

Chopper entry a muck-up spectacle

In a statement released to the Geelong Advertiser, principal Glen McKeeman said: “Christian College confirms that a helicopter chartered by some students landed on the oval at the senior campus during celebration activities yesterday. The College has ... >> view original

Chopper entry lands private school students in strife on muck-up day

In a statement released to the Geelong Advertiser, principal Glen McKeeman said: “Christian College confirms that a helicopter chartered by some students landed on the oval at the senior campus during celebration activities yesterday. The College has ... >> view original

Walgreens Scrutinizes Theranos Testing

Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. WBA 1.50 % won't open any new Theranos Inc. blood-testing centers until the startup company resolves questions about its technology, according to a Walgreens official. On Thursday, a team from the drugstore chain met with ... >> view original

Dental hygiene matters

Lt. Cmdr. A. Calvo, left, and Hospitalman T. Frasier perform a dental exam aboard aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman. TRICARE News Release The Mayo Clinic reports that your oral health can offer clues about your overall health. This November is ... >> view original

Simple Test Can Detect Postpartum Type 2 Diabetes Risk

German scientists found a way to predict a woman's diabetes risk post-childbirth. Women who had gestational diabetes during pregnancy carry the highest risk. (Photo : Torsten Mangner | Flickr). Pregnant women are at risk of developing gestational ... >> view original

Top award for Aids researcher

Durban - A leading Aids researcher based in Durban has bagged a sought-after award for his work in the field. Professor Salim Abdool Karim is the latest recipient of the South African Medical Research Council's (SAMRC) Platinum Medal, a lifetime ... >> view original

Shark attack victim Dave Quinlivan opens up about his near death experience

When Dave Quinlivan noticed the dolphins getting spooked in the bay which hurls the sand onto Black Head Beach, the veteran surf lifesaver thought it was his hour-and-a-half long ski paddle which was to blame. Less than an hour later, and only 40 ... >> view original

Experts warn about cosmetic contact lenses

YOUNG people are putting their sight at risk by sharing coloured contact lenses, UK experts warn. THE General Optical Council said the cosmetic lenses, which change eye colour and have been made popular by TV programs such as the Vampire Diaries ... >> view original

Relay For Life creates hope

RELAY FOR LIFE: The Munn family is joining in the Relay for Life today at the One Mile Ovals (from left) Caitlin, 5, mum Jeanene and Jasmine, 8. This is the third year the family has joined the worthy cause. Renee Albrecht ... >> view original