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Ashleigh Gleeson

National Health Editor

Have you ever wondered how C-section rates differ between hospitals and if it is more likely to happen at one maternity ward compared to another? In an in-depth report, Samantha Landy reveals the caesarean rates at birthing hospitals across Australia. It comes as caesareans now account for two in five Aussie births nationally. Experts say there is some cause for concern about unnecessary surgical intervention, but it is vital women have the "freedom to choose". Samantha has also spoken to several mums about their own experiences, and the psychological and physical challenges they faced. You can see how your local hospital compares here in a detailed list.

Meanwhile, it’s not often talked about, but many Aussies are personalising their doses of weight loss medications like Mounjaro or Wegovy. Some are even ‘microdosing’ it. This could be because they aren't able to afford the official maintenance dose or because they want to limit some of the serious side effects. Tammy is one weight loss drug user who microdoses after she had bariatric surgery. Read about her journey and what doctors say about the risks here. If you have an experience with weight loss injections you'd like to share then please get in contact at health@news.com.au.

Lastly, it can be interesting to hear what top dementia experts actually do to reduce their own risk of getting the cruel disease. This week a leading researcher has shared some simple acts she prioritises to lower her dementia chances. Would you be able to introduce them into your weekly routine?

Have a great week.

Four stories to read today

We looked at 34 cans of coconut milk — it found a shock difference

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We looked at the amount of actual coconut in 34 brands and varieties of coconut milks and creams in Aussie supermarkets. You’ll be shocked to find out how much it varies.

Want a bootylicious bum? Then do this under-rated exercise

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Do you have dodgy knees, hips or want to have a better bottom? This under-rated exercise might be the answer. This is how to do it correctly.

‘It was all secret’: Inside teacher’s huge weight loss transformation

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Primary schoolteacher Jo Boutros has lost more than 40kg and built a 65,000-strong social media following after hitting rock bottom with secret binge eating. Here’s how she did it....

Aussies are microdosing weight loss drugs — is it safe?

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Australians are resorting to microdosing weight loss medication due to financial struggles or to limit horrendous side effects. But doctors have this warning.

#1 Parker is one of many Gen Zs in ‘missing middle’ Young people aged between 12 and 25 are being caught in something called the ‘missing middle’. Parker Tuckett, a Gen Z, said it had serious consequences for him after he was hospitalised at 13.

#2 Lisa Curry reveals health condition that ‘played into’ Grant Kenny split Olympian Lisa Curry has opened up about how perimenopause contributed to her marriage breakdown with Ironman Grant Kenny, revealing she questioned why she was even married. WATCH THE VIDEO.

#3 The kinds of men who ‘stealth’ partners during sex revealed Certain types of men are more likely to con partners in this awful way during sex.