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Health Insurance
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Can taking out health insurance help you save on tax?

We share all the answers to your concerns and frequently asked questions surrounding health insurance tax in Australia

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Managing Health
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Everything you need to know about the 2024 flu vaccine 

nib Medical Advisor, Dr Hamish Black, explains why it's important to consider the flu vaccine this year.

5 minute read
Managing Health
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How to increase immunity and avoid the flu this year

Tips to help you avoid the flu.

4 minute read
Managing Health
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How to tell if you have a cold, flu or COVID-19

You wake up feeling under the weather. Could it be the flu, COVID-19, or just a common cold?

4 minute read
Using Health Cover
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Tax time and getting health insurance

Did you know private health insurance can help lower how much tax you pay? While health insurance isn’t tax deductible, there may be tax benefits you can take advantage of when you have private health cover. 

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Health Cover

Using Health Cover
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Private health insurance: What is community rating?

In Australia, everyone has the right to buy health insurance

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Choosing Health Cover
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How long can you remain on your parents' private health policy?

Is it time to fly solo?

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Using Health Cover
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Ambulance costs: how much are they?

Find out how much you can expect to pay in an emergency

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Choosing Health Cover
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Health insurance and your relationship status

Flying solo or coupling up? Find out what this means for your health insurance

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nib Member Benefits
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The benefits of private health insurance

Concierge services and discounts - just to name a few

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Using Health Cover
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17 of the most commonly asked health insurance questions

We answer the most 'Googled' health insurance questions

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Choosing Health Cover
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Why do I need private health insurance?

Private health cover helps fill in the gaps Medicare leaves

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Choosing Health Cover
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How to compare health insurance to get the most value

Choosing the best policy isn't just about price

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Body

Daily Activity
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The health benefits of yoga

Yoga is one of the most holistic ways you can exercise

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Winter skin care: How to keep your skin healthy and hydrated

Revitalise your skin during winter with our top winter skin care tips.

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Are ice baths and cold water therapy beneficial?

Taking the plunge as we explore cold-water immersion therapy. 

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Daily Activity
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6 easy ways to achieve daily exercise goals

These expert tips will help you get moving every day

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Daily Activity
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6 health benefits of exercise you may not know about

Exercise helps more than just your physique.

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Exercise Tips
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How to maintain your fitness routine while travelling

Whether it’s for work or play, travel doesn't have to mean letting your health goals slide.

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Daily Activity
A woman in her 30s wearing a blue stripe shirt with a tattoo on her arm sitting at her laptop in her home office

Your home office set up: How to create a healthy office space

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Exercise Tips
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Common fitness myths debunked

We sort fact from fiction, with help from the expert

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Mind

Mental Wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing: disconnecting can help you reconnect - Korin Gamadji

Discover how reconnecting with yourself, your community, and your culture can help you find balance and improve your health and wellbeing.

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Stress
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The effects of stress on physical and mental health

We delve into what stress is and how to deal with it

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Mental Wellbeing
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Social anxiety: What it is and how to live with it

Discover what causes social anxiety and what to do about it

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Sleep
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Why you're still tired after eight hours of sleep

Tired of waking up tired? Give your energy levels a boost

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Mental Wellbeing
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Social media and mental health

Despite the many positives, it's still important to understand how social media is affecting us mentally.

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Mental Wellbeing
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6 ways to get help for mental health – and you won’t have to pay a thing!

Keep on top of your mental health with these free programs

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Sleep
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Wine and coffee: Why this combo is affecting your sleep

Can't sleep? Caffeine and alcohol may be to blame

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Self-improvement
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The benefits of quitting coffee

Could giving coffee a miss be the key to better health?

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Food

Healthy Eating Tips
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What are macros?

The latest health trend, explained by the experts

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Healthy Eating Tips
Dr Sandro Demaio

What foods are in season in autumn?

Here's what should be on your autumn grocery list.

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Healthy Eating Tips
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What foods are in season in winter?

Here's what should be on your winter shopping list

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Healthy Eating Tips
International student preparing a fresh dinner in her home kitchen

What foods are in season in winter?

Here's what should be on your winter shopping list

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Healthy Eating Tips
Dr Sandro Demaio

What foods are in season in autumn?

Here's what should be on your autumn grocery list.

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Nutrition
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Everything you need to know about high protein food

Learn about the benefits of high protein foods, with expert dietician tips for different dietary preferences and goals.

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Healthy Eating Tips
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How to fuel your body in your 20s, 30s and beyond

Learn how to up your intake of healthy foods on a budget

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Healthy Eating Tips
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What fruits & vegetables are in season in summer?

The fruit and vegetables to put on your menu this season

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Lifestyle

Managing Health
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How to stop everyone in your family from getting sick at the same time

With families in close contact, germs can spread rapidly

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Managing Health
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Men: 5 things about your body that are completely normal

Research shows that men rarely talk about their health

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Managing Health
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5 things every woman should know about endometriosis

Endometriosis affects one in nine Aussie women

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Managing Health
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A guide to medical certificates

Stay home and get a medical certificate online

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Managing Health
Woman examining her skin in the bathroom mirror, touching her face.

Chin acne flare-ups

Why do we get acne breakouts on our chin?

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Managing Health
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Debunking anti-ageing skincare myths: what really works

Find out the real deal on anti-ageing skincare secrets

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Managing Health
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How to improve your skin: preventing and treating acne and breakouts

Let's take an 'unblemished' look at preventing and treating acne

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Managing Health
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Can you get a doctor’s note for work without going to a doctor?

Telehealth and how you can get a sick note from your bed

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Living in Australia
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Let's go to the beach: Water safety in Australia

Tips to stay safe while swimming in Australian beaches.

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Health Insurance
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Can taking out health insurance help you save on tax?

We share all the answers to your concerns and frequently asked questions surrounding health insurance tax in Australia

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Living in Australia
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What you need to know about contraception in Australia

We help you find the right contraception for you

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