Australian database seeks to identify breast implant risks

National register set up in response to lack of thorough clinical testing of devices

New pregnancy guidelines bring back weigh-ins and end routine vitamin D tests

Updated Australian advice recommends testing for hepatits C and better management of diet

Paper bracelet printed with light sensitive ink signals UV exposure to wearer with smiley and frowny face symbols

Will Self on London, Fran Lebowitz on New York, Helen Garner on Melbourne and other writers’ love letters to urban pedestrianism

An American and a Danish company dominate the global sperm market – and both claim their supply is biggest

With her views on rape, Germaine Greer has torpedoed the chance for women of all generations to find common cause

It has been 23 years since New South Wales decriminalised sex work. How much has changed for sex workers?

I’m part of a study looking into whether dogs improve human health. I think I know the answer

Exclusive: Di Natale calls for redirection of ‘wasteful and ineffective’ private rebate to Medicare-funded dental care

Consumer advocate warns lack of regulation could lead public to fall for ‘loopy claims’