Health Report Prescribing exercise for mental health
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Feb 13, 2026 Professor Jason Kovacic, cardiologist and research director, on new nuance in beta blocker use after heart attack. Dr Nisha Cott, obstetrician and RANZCOG president, on Respectful Maternity and Newborn Care and rebuilding trust. Neil Munro, researcher, on exercise as a therapy for depression and anxiety and which formats work best. Short, clear takes on maternity guidance, meds and exercise-based mental health options.
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Cardio Tennis Sparked Joy
- Priya Alexander describes cardio tennis as 'childlike joy' and a major positive life change for her.
- She invites Norman Swan to join her sessions and praises the physical and brain benefits.
Antiviral Trial Didn’t Slow Early Dementia
- Antiviral valacyclovir did not slow cognitive decline in people with early dementia despite HSV exposure.
- This doesn't rule out a viral role in Alzheimer's; timing and multifactorial causes remain crucial.
Most Statin Fears Lack Trial Support
- Of 66 statin-listed side effects, only four showed real evidence: muscle problems, raised liver tests, small diabetes risk and edema.
- Many commonly feared effects like 'brain fog' lack supporting trial evidence and may reflect the nocebo effect.