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Vascular disease: five genes that may affect millions of women

09 November, 2021

Scientists from Australia, the US and Europe have identified key genes responsible for fibromuscular dysplasia — or FMD — a vascular disease that affects the arteries and can cause heart attack, kidney complications, stroke and aneurysm.


Vaccinating under-12s: risks and benefits merit careful consideration

05 November, 2021

Any decision to vaccinate all children under 12 years of age against COVID-19 must be done with due caution, considering in detail the risks and benefits, a recent review by international paediatric vaccine experts has warned.


Macquarie research addresses keyhole heart surgery limitations

02 November, 2021

Interventional cardiologist Professor Martin Ng has led a research program to significantly improve the transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) treatment.


Booster shots to start in November; home-use tests to be available soon

28 October, 2021

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has provisionally approved a booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for individuals 18 years and older.


Genetic risk test predicts alcohol-related cirrhosis

26 October, 2021

Cirrhosis (scarring of the liver) is responsible for approximately 300,000 deaths each year.


Australians urged to check bone density

22 October, 2021

A new report calls for earlier investigation and treatment to capture all adults with risk factors for poor bone health, and adults post-fracture.


Encephalitis Information Week begins

18 October, 2021

Encephalitis Society has launched the inaugural Australian Encephalitis Information Week to support organisations to help disseminate resources on the devastating brain inflammation.


Postmenopausal trial finds no difference between placebo and laser treatment

18 October, 2021

Fractional carbon dioxide (CO2) lasers — commonly associated with facial skin — are also promoted as an effective way to treat painful vaginal symptoms that can happen after menopause.


What has COVID-19 taught us about infection prevention and control?

18 October, 2021 by Amy Sarcevic

There is nothing like a one-in-100-year pandemic to expose cracks in an infection prevention and control (IPC) strategy.


Infection prevention and control in virtual healthcare settings

15 October, 2021 by Amy Sarcevic

Shortly after welcoming the arrival of her second child, Kelly Evans'* blissful 'post-birth bubble' burst, much earlier than she had imagined.


Scientists targeted with "pandemic levels of abuse"

15 October, 2021

Around 1 in 5 Australian scientists have said they experienced death threats and/or threats of physical or sexual violence after speaking to the media about COVID-19.


Sparking innovation in cancer research

14 October, 2021 by Jane Allman

Professor Mark Dawson's research has identified novel therapeutic strategies for several cancers and has helped to establish clinical trials with epigenetic therapies.


Sepsis in the spotlight

13 October, 2021 by Dr Carolyn Hullick*, Emergency Physician and Clinical Director, and Chris Boyd-Skinner*, Sepsis Program Manager, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

The National Sepsis Program aims to improve sepsis outcomes for Australians by increasing awareness and recognition of sepsis, supporting clinicians, consumers and health service organisations.


Elevated BP at young, middle age impacts brain ageing

11 October, 2021

People with elevated blood pressure that falls within the normal recommended range are at risk of accelerated brain ageing, according to a study by The Australian National University.


How technology is changing maternity care

07 October, 2021 by David Groberman, CEO, HeraMED

What a time to be in health care. With the rise of personalised care, home monitoring and telehealth, specifically, during the pandemic, we are witnessing a transformation in the way doctors and nurses interact with and care for patients.


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