13 Jan 2023
Media coverage may trigger complex emotions for victim-survivors
Psychologist Professor Kim Felmingham discusses how the coverage of Cardinal George Pell’s death might affect child sexual abuse survivors.
13 Jan 2023
Next steps for new Alzheimer’s treatment
Approved this month in the US, Alzheimer’s disease treatment lecanemab is yet to undergo the regulatory approval process in Australia.
13 Jan 2023
Mandatory reporting of Japanese encephalitis virus vaccines to the Australian Immunisation Register began on 21 December 2022
From 21 December 2022, vaccination providers must report all Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) vaccines administered to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR).
12 Jan 2023
Tribunal cites public protection when cancelling the registration of a pharmacist
A tribunal has cited protection of the public as its primary reason for cancelling the registration of a pharmacist who was found guilty of criminal offences relating to prescription medication and illicit drugs
12 Jan 2023
Tribunal cites public protection when cancelling the registration of a pharmacist who was found guilty of criminal offences
A tribunal has cited protection of the public as its primary reason for cancelling the registration of a pharmacist who was found guilty of criminal offences relating to prescription medication and illicit drugs
12 Jan 2023
Digital health essentials
A new webinar series aims to strengthen GPs’ digital health capabilities, starting with key cyber security concepts
12 Jan 2023
Research finds trees in urban spaces promote heart health
An analysis of 10 years of hospitalisation and death data shows urban green space, particularly trees, can reduce cardiovascular disease risk.
12 Jan 2023
Antibiotics linked to inflammatory bowel disease
Research shows a particularly high association between antibiotics and inflammatory bowel disease in mid-life and with repeated antibiotic courses.
12 Jan 2023
Most long COVID symptoms subside within a year of mild infection: Study
The large-scale Israeli study also suggests that vaccination reduces the chance of breathlessness, one of the most common post-COVID symptoms.
12 Jan 2023
NEW REPORT GOES INSIDE AUSTRALIAN HOMES TO REVEAL THE EXTENT MOULD, GAS COOKTOPS, PESTS AND HEATING ARE IMPACTING PEOPLE’S HEALTH
While our homes are often thought of as safe spaces, a world first report by Asthma Australia reveals that’s not always the case and finding a solution isn’t always easy.