26 Jul 2023
Depression doubles dementia risk: Study
The association between the two conditions persisted regardless of whether depression was diagnosed in early, middle, or late life.
26 Jul 2023
$1.1 million for a breakthrough lung disease scanner
The Australian Government is investing $1.1 million in a revolutionary lung disease scanner. Funding is from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
26 Jul 2023
New Directions to Safeguard Older People's Rights
The State Government has outlined its commitment to prevent, recognise, and respond to the abuse and mistreatment of older South Australians through the release of a new statewide policy agenda.
26 Jul 2023
mRNA therapies to stop heart disease
Associate Professor Xiaowei Wang wants to stop heart disease. To reach this goal, Xiaowei is developing mRNA therapies. She uses nanoparticles in nasal spray and with ultrasound to target these therapies to disease sites in the body.
26 Jul 2023
Shaping the future of the Medical Research Future Fund and Medical Research Endowment Account
Consultation to improve alignment and coordination between the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) and the NHMRC Medical Research Endowment Account (MREA) closed on 14 July 2023.
26 Jul 2023
National Careers and Employment Expo, Perth – 27–29 July 2023
Visit us at the Careers in Mental Health booth at the Perth careers expo and explore different pathways into a rewarding career in mental health.
26 Jul 2023
Do you know what you’re vaping
NT Health and Cancer Council NT have launched a campaign to educate young people, their schools and families about the health risks of vaping.
26 Jul 2023
Scrap preference for video telehealth consultations: RACGP
The college has said the current MBS principle lacks evidence and could compromise access to care.
25 Jul 2023
‘A powerful tool’: Practices urged to take part in patient study
The survey is designed to help practices understand and compare the management of patients with chronic conditions, both at home and abroad.