- Associate Professor, School of Economics and Marketing, University of Technology Sydney
New research shows what happens if the extra health insurance rebate for over-65s is scrapped, as planned. Here’s why the sky won’t fall in.
Some private health insurers are offering their members easier access to GP telehealth services, sometimes for free.
The new Netflix documentary follows identical twins as they adopt different diets. This is a great example of a twin study – a uniquely useful research tool in science.
We found rebates don’t do much to encourage older people to sign up for private health insurance.
People on higher incomes without private health insurance don’t seem to be swayed by financial incentives, our research shows.
Learner drivers in New South Wales are subject to some of the most stringent requirements before getting their licences – but our study shows it doesn’t necessarily make them safer drivers.
Our study of 14,000 Australians shows the effect of 18 major life events on happiness and life satisfaction.
In April, private health insurance premiums will increase by an average of 2.92%. It’s the lowest rise in 19 years but still much higher than wages growth. And insurers still make a healthy profit.
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