23 Aug 2023
‘Unmet need’ for a vaccine to counter Strep A rise: Study
Australia’s recent rise in cases is matching overseas trends despite the different seasons, according to new research.
23 Aug 2023
Diabetes study successfully uses hookworm to combat disease
Patients involved in the trial are choosing to live with worms in their gut, with research finding the larvae can improve insulin resistance.
22 Aug 2023
Anti-inflammatory could boost emergency contraceptive: Study
Researchers have called for further work into what they have called the ‘really exciting’ findings of a trial undertaken in Hong Kong.
29 Aug 2023
Home abortion follow-up test safe: Study
Rural women could benefit most from the launch of an at-home test that can replace face-to-face follow-up consults with healthcare professionals.
17 Aug 2023
Turmeric supplement warning after fatality: TGA
The health watchdog is calling on GPs to be aware of supplements containing the common spice after 18 consumers reported liver injuries.
16 Aug 2023
How is Eris different from other Omicron variants?
Recently classified as a ‘variant of interest’ by the WHO, EG.5.1 has been circulating in Australia since April.
10 Aug 2023
Senate blocks last-minute attempt to delay 60-day dispensing
Debate over extended dispensing headlined a chaotic day in Parliament House that eventually secured its planned adoption next month.
09 Aug 2023
How is POTS related to long COVID?
Researchers are finding that many, but not all, cases of long COVID can be explained by postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.
09 Aug 2023
Vitamin D tests for children increased 30-fold over 15 years: Study
Despite the rise in tests, the research found ‘no significant differences’ in the likelihood of a diagnosis of low vitamin D levels.
09 Aug 2023
Spike in perinatal anxiety and depression
Poor mental health is skyrocketing amongst pregnant women, with many mothers-to-be still dismissing their symptoms.