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Australian clinics warn of sharp rise in 'tech neck' cases
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Australian clinics report a 304% surge in 'tech neck' cases, linked to prolonged mobile device use and poor posture in bed.
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Cyber experts urge parental controls as teen online risks rise
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Norton highlights the rising digital risks teens face, urging parents to use controls and communication for safer online experiences amid Netflix's Adolescence series.
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Softonic sees surge in wellness app downloads during April
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Softonic reports a surge in downloads of stress-relief apps during Stress Awareness Month, with wellness tools now doubling on its platform in a year.
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Exclusive: Why digital literacy must replace social media bans for under-16s
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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Australia's ban on social media for under-16s is deemed ineffective by LiVELY's CEO, who advocates for digital literacy to empower children instead.
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WeMoney & Google Cloud partner to launch AI credit assistant
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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WeMoney partners with Google Cloud to launch WeMo, an AI-powered credit health assistant. This tool aims to educate Australians about their credit scores.
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StarHub introduces LifeHub+ for streamlined health services access
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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StarHub launches LifeHub+, a one-stop platform integrated into its app offering comprehensive health and wellness services, enhancing access to healthcare in Singapore.
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Businesses may face 'sleepwalking crisis' once lockdown restrictions ease
Thu, 7th May 2020
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Businesses may face an IT crisis post-lockdown, with a survey revealing 71% of IT workers are sleep deprived and prone to mistakes, says Core.
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Digital wellness key to superior employee experience - Citrix study
Wed, 19th Feb 2020
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Digital wellness reflects the way that workplaces and their employees create an intentional and healthy relationship with workplace technology.