17 Jan 2023
Research finds ‘reassuring’ cognitive data for people with HIV
A study has found people on stable HIV treatment mirror normal severe cognitive decline patterns, but suggests vulnerability to subtle declines.
16 Jan 2023
At-home bowel cancer screening could reduce colonoscopy need
Research suggests faecal immunochemical tests can safely personalise cancer surveillance and lower associated healthcare costs.
16 Jan 2023
Can boiled peanuts improve child allergies?
A new Australian trial suggests the process can reduce allergic reactions, but there are doubts over its long-term application.
16 Jan 2023
Queries over long COVID prevalence in Australia
An international review estimates that 'at least' one in 10 people with COVID-19 will develop lasting symptoms, but that may overstate the risk.
16 Jan 2023
TOFRANIL 25 imipramine hydrochloride 25mg tablet blister pack - medicine shortage information
Current shortages
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