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14 Apr 2025

Professor James McAuley: Back Pain Study

Health, Science & Medicine

Back pain… even just hearing the words makes you want to wince. It is one of the most common reasons Australians see a Doctor. And when it strikes, most of us will try anything to get relief—drugs, devices, therapies and treatments. But what works, especially if you are trying to avoid medication or surgery?

Well, the largest review of the evidence has just been released, summarising results from 31 studies and over 97,000 people and it busts a few myths along the way.

Guest: Professor James McAuley, Director of the Centre for Pain IMPACT at UNSW

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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22 Feb 2026

Leo Stubbing: New Music from Hilary Duff , Leigh-Anne and Lana Del Rey

Music, Popular Culture

Hilary Duff is back with her first album in a decade, Leigh-Anne steps out independently with her solo debut, and ...

22 Feb 2026

Laureate Professor Clare Collins: Coffee and Blood Pressure

Diet and Nutrition, Health, Personal Safety, Popular Culture, Science & Medicine

Coffee can cause a short-term rise in blood pressure, yet large-scale research suggests it may not increase long-term hypertension risk ...

22 Feb 2026

Dr Jeremie Bracka: Victoria’s LGBTQIA+ Hate Crimes Inquiry

Government & Organisations, History, Law, LGBTIQA+ Community, News & Politics, Society & Culture

Victoria’s new inquiry into LGBTQIA+ hate crimes marks a significant moment for accountability and prevention. Dr Jeremie Bracka explains why ...