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My cancer is in remission – does this mean I'm cured?

  • Written by: Ian Olver, Director, University of South Australia Cancer Research institute, University of South Australia
My cancer is in remission – does this mean I'm cured?We only know if a cancer has been cured in hindsight.Photo by Kaylee Eden on Unsplash

So you’ve been through cancer treatment and your doctor has called you in for “some good news”. Satisfied, she tells you your cancer is “in remission.”

What does this mean? Are you cured? Is the cancer gone forever? And what about all...

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climate change is a clear and present danger to Australia's security

  • Written by: Matt McDonald, Associate Professor of International Relations, The University of Queensland
climate change is a clear and present danger to Australia's security

The Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade yesterday presented its report on the national security implications of climate change.

The report makes several findings and recommendations, noting at the outset that climate change has a range of important security implications, both domestically and internationally.

Tellingly, none of...

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Michelle Grattan on the dual citizenship debacle and the live sheep trade

  • Written by: Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
Michelle Grattan on the dual citizenship debacle and the live sheep tradeThis week the Liberal Party also faced questions over the proportion of female MPs it has in parliament.AAP/Dan Peled

Michelle Grattan talks with University of Canberra Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Deep Saini about the week in politics including the government refusing to hold a referendum on section 44, Kelly O'Dwyer’s fighting...

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The Australian zombie horror Cargo is burdened by its own gravitas

  • Written by: Ari Mattes, Lecturer in Media Studies, University of Notre Dame Australia
The Australian zombie horror Cargo is burdened by its own gravitasIn Cargo, Martin Freeman plays Andy, a man who has to kill his wife after she turns into a zombie and travels across country with baby daughter Rosie on his back. Addictive Pictures, Causeway Films, Head Gear Films

Since the 1970s, some of the best horror films have been made in Australia. Something about the vastness of the continent, and its...

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  1. Why the NSW government is reviewing its Confucius Classrooms program
  2. Here's why it won't happen
  3. overcoming our mistrust of robots in our homes and workplaces
  4. Friday essay: how to fix Parliament House
  5. One-third of the world's nature reserves are under threat from humans
  6. Defeated in Syria and Iraq, the Islamic State is rebuilding in countries like Indonesia
  7. Hope and fear surround emerging technologies, but all of us must contribute to stronger governance
  8. NAPLAN writing tests hinder creativity, so what could we use in their place?
  9. is it ok to give children pain killers?
  10. what city planners can learn from Hobart's floods
  11. Fixing citizenship imbroglio is not just a matter of better paperwork
  12. gains for health, housing and education in fiscally conservative budget
  13. Logging burns conceal industrial pollution in the name of 'community safety'
  14. Why China's 'debt-book diplomacy' in the Pacific shouldn't ring alarm bells just yet
  15. Pitch to publication: how The Conversation works
  16. Women are less likely to be replaced by robots and might even benefit from automation
  17. Why are 'feminine' crafts like basket weaving disparaged by politicians?
  18. The latest health data breach is one reason why I’ll be opting out of MyHealthRecord
  19. Australia needs a better conversation about religious freedom
  20. how is frontotemporal dementia different and what are the warning signs?
  21. Liberal rebel will proceed with bill after government preserves sheep trade
  22. US can no longer be counted on to end Israel-Palestinian conflict
  23. From Victoria to Diana to Meghan, royal weddings have shaped bridal fashions
  24. What happens to small towns whose water becomes big business for bottled brands?
  25. We need to reform NAPLAN to make it more useful
  26. What was missing in Australia's $1.9 billion infrastructure announcement
  27. eruptions from Kīlauea volcano place the Hawaiian island on red alert
  28. It's OK to skip your period while on the pill
  29. Long-running battle ends in a win for residents, koalas and local council planning rules
  30. The RBA's shift to worrying about financial stability could be hurting Australian wages
  31. drugs and surgery should be the last resort
  32. four decades between surfing and myth making
  33. Let’s abandon NAPLAN – we can do better
  34. There are no age restrictions for gambling in video games, despite potential risks to children
  35. How Indonesia is dealing with the new threat posed by returning Islamic State fighters
  36. Acupuncture during IVF doesn't increase chances of having a baby
  37. Why we can't just throw more regulation at the ethical issues raised by the banking royal commission
  38. Council wants 'English first' policy on shop signs – what does it mean for multicultural Australia?
  39. Spotify removing R. Kelly's songs is a sign of a worrying trend towards censorship
  40. election promises and real-life tests
  41. 'I would like to know why man lions have manes and lady lions don't'
  42. Labor would deliver bigger surpluses than the Coalition: Bowen
  43. Kelly O'Dwyer seeks to turn one Liberal woman's loss into gains for others
  44. How an Australian scientist tried to stop the US plan to monopolise the nuclear arms race
  45. As the details emerge on Australia's new space agency, we (might) finally have lift-off
  46. Labor has equal best Newspoll budget result, gains in Ipsos, but trails in Longman
  47. To get conservative climate contrarians to really listen, try speaking their language
  48. women need to know about the link between the pill and depression
  49. The ethics of 'securitising' Australian cyberspace
  50. How the Bible helped shape Australian culture

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How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

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When Should You Speak to a Lawyer About a Legal Issue?

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Correct Sleeping Posture to Minimize Back Strain

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Why Product Longevity Matters for Sustainable Australian Buildings

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When Should You Speak with Divorce Lawyers in Sydney?

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How Microtask Platforms Support Modern Digital Promotion

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Cosmetic Dentistry Options From a Brisbane-Based Dental Team

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Essential Steps to Handle Sudden Tooth Pain and Dental Crises

A sudden, throbbing toothache can totally stop your whole day, with no warning. When severe pain, ...