Episodes 60
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 4.9 (8)
Since Apr 2019
Latest Episode Dec 2025

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Explore your health questions, concerns and curiosities with It Can’t Hurt to Ask, a podcast from Queensland Health. Featuring interviews with expert clinicians from across the state, this podcast takes a deep dive into your curly health questions. From blood donation to birth, prostates to perimenopause, there's an episode for every Queenslander. Stream the latest episodes on your favourite podcast app or watch on the Queensland Health YouTube channel.

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S7E8 Ep 8 | 4-5 years: Letting go at the school gate

Dec 01, 2025 31m

How do you prepare your child — and yourself — for one of the biggest parenting milestones so far: starting school?Welcome to the final episode of Parents' Group, season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by…

S7E7 Ep 7 | 3 to 4 years: But why? *explains anything* But why?

Nov 24, 2025 37m

How do you support your child through their first big friendships, growing independence and never-ending questions while also navigating your own parenting triggers?Welcome to episode 7 of Parents'…

S7E6 Ep 6 | 2 to 3 years: crying, screaming, plus my kid is throwing a tantrum

Nov 17, 2025 31m

How do you talk to your two-year-old about emotions and discipline while barely managing your own meltdown?Welcome to Episode 6 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can't Hurt To Ask by Queensland…

S7E5 Ep 5 | 1 to 2 years: big feelings (theirs and mine)

Nov 10, 2025 34m

Is your toddler finding their independence while you’re still figuring out yours?In Episode 5 of Parent’s Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask, your hosts Caitlin, Steph and Alex explore the…

S7E4 Ep 4 | 3-12 months old: please don't touch me (but I'd love to chat to an adult)

Nov 03, 2025 41m

What happens when your baby starts moving, and your sense of identity starts shifting?In Episode 4 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health, your hosts Steph, Alex and…

S7E3 Ep 3 | 0-3 months old: will I ever sleep again?

Oct 27, 2025 41m

The 'fourth trimester' is real—and it’s a rollercoaster.In Episode 3 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of It Can’t Hurt To Ask by Queensland Health, your hosts Steph, Alex and Caitlin talk about the first…

S7E2 Ep 2 | Pregnancy: mentally preparing for parenthood

Oct 20, 2025 36m

Pregnancy is often associated with glowing skin and cute baby bumps—but what about when it feels more like nausea, anxiety, and endless 3am Google searches?In Episode 2 of Parents' Group, Season 4 of…

S7E1 Ep 1 | Meet your Parents' Group

Oct 13, 2025 12m

What if there was a parents' group you could join from anywhere... one that was honest, supportive, and always had a laugh (or a cry) when you needed it most?In Episode 1 of Parent’s Group, Season 4…

S7 Supporting the mental wellbeing of new parents

Oct 06, 2025 1m Trailer

It Can't Hurt To Ask is back!This season, we’re diving into the different challenges each stage of parenthood presents — from pregnancy through to the preschool years.  You'll hear real stories from…

S6E6 Ep 6 | Ageing well | How men can future-proof their mind and body and improve longevity

Aug 18, 2025 35m

This season of It Can't Hurt To Ask, we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.In this episode we're exploring how you can say fit, strong, and resilient as you age.…

S6E5 Ep 5 | Chronic conditions | How genes and lifestyle increase a man's risk

Aug 11, 2025 35m

This season of It Can't Hurt To Ask, we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.This episode, we’re talking about chronic conditions—complex health conditions that can be…

S6E4 Ep 4 | Substance use | Alcohol, drugs and performance hacks for men

Aug 04, 2025 40m

[Content warning: This episode contains discussions about drug and alcohol use. Substance use is nuanced with many contributing factors which cannot be fully covered in this episode.]Join us for…

S6E3 Ep 3 | Sexual health | Optimising male sexual health, function and fertility

Jul 28, 2025 31m

This season of It Can't Hurt To Ask, we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.This episode, we’re talking about men’s sexual health, function and fertility. Our featured…

S6E2 Ep 2 | Mental fitness | Can men biohack their brains?

Jul 21, 2025 45m

[Content warning: This episode mentions mental health, suicide and suicide ideation.]Join us for season 3 of It Can't Hurt To Ask to take a deep dive into your men's health questions and…

S6E1 Ep 1 | Risk taking and injury | Surprisingly dangerous risks men take and how to optimise recovery

Jul 14, 2025 28m

It Can't Hurt To Ask is back. This season we're taking a deep dive into your men's health questions and concerns.We're starting this season by tackling the big topic of risk taking and injury. You'll…

S6 This season, we're tackling tough tasks on men's health

Jul 08, 2025 1m Trailer

It Can't Hurt To Ask is back.This season will focus on all things men's health. You'll hear real stories from Queensland men, along with expert clinicians offering advice, insights, and answers to…

S5E6 Ep 6 | Empowered Through Menopause | Support, resources, and how loved ones can help

Mar 24, 2025 15m

How can my partner support me during menopause? Can menopause be a positive experience? Where do I go for help or more information about menopause? Listen to find out.Welcome to the final episode of…

S5E5 Ep 5 | Menopausal Hormone Therapy | How MHT is changing lives

Mar 18, 2025 14m

What is Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT)? Is it right for me? Is it safe? What are some alternatives to MHT if I can't have it?In this episode, leading endocrinologist Dr Christina Jang will walk you…

S5E4 Ep 4 | Menopause, relationships and sex | How to manage menopause symptoms for improved wellbeing and connection

Mar 10, 2025 17m

How can menopause affect my personal and work relationships? I don't feel like having sex, is that normal? What can I do to help deal with the stress of menopause?In this episode, leading…

S5E3 Ep 3 | Menopause and life after | Leaving perimenopause and what symptoms will you experience now?

Mar 03, 2025 11m

When does menopause start? Are menopause symptoms different to perimenopause symptoms? What does a hot flush feel like? Listen to find out. This episode is all about the actual menopause, or final…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does It Can't Hurt To Ask have?

It Can't Hurt To Ask has published 60 episodes since April 2019, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.

Is It Can't Hurt To Ask still active?

It Can't Hurt To Ask is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 28m.

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