For the elderly, taking up drawing will do more to enhance their memory retention than writing. Even if they're not very good at it. [ + ]

A third of adolescents hospitalised with anorexia nervosa are within a healthy weight range, prompting calls to redefine the disease's diagnosis criteria. [ + ]

This is the first case of a uterus from a deceased donor resulting in a live birth, suggesting more options may soon be available for infertile women. [ + ]

The Third Australian Atlas of Healthcare Variation has identified a number of concerning trends, including women having caesareans unnecessarily early. [ + ]

Babies born with a vitamin D deficiency are at a 44% higher risk of being diagnosed with schizophrenia later in life, highlighting neonatal care opportunities. [ + ]

A new study has found that common grooming and household products could be behind the increasingly early onset of puberty in girls. [ + ]

Fragility fractures are a significant risk for the elderly, and a huge burden on healthcare facilities and the economy. A new APAC alliance seeks to tackle this. [ + ]

The new standards will be enforced by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission when it comes into being from 1 January 2019. [ + ]

Six Aussie doctors swallowed Lego heads in the name of science — and retained their sense of humour. [ + ]

A new study has found that most healthcare data breaches are due to internal issues rather than sophisticated hackers. But there is a way to plug the gap. [ + ]

Australian researchers are seeking volunteers for a study that will improve early diagnosis and treatment for bipolar sufferers and help support their families. [ + ]

Some 14% of mental health medications being taken by adults on the autism spectrum were given without a relevant diagnosis, and could be causing harm. [ + ]

One-third of type 2 diabetes sufferers will develop chronic kidney disease, creating a high risk of cardiovascular mortality, especially in young people. [ + ]

Deodorant contains substances that can be used for inhalant abuse, and is a risk for the vulnerable. [ + ]

Children who are given antibiotics or antacids in their first two years of life are more likely to become obese during their childhood. [ + ]