Could screening vitamin C levels improve diabetes outcomes? According to new research, it may reduce the risk of disease-related complications. But a GP expert points to a more person-centred approach.
Maternal vit D and fish oil reduce croup: Study Use of the supplements during pregnancy can reduce the likelihood of children under three developing the infection by up to 40%.
Study indicates vitamin D deficiency can lead to dementia New research suggests low levels of vitamin D are associated with lower brain volumes, and an increased risk of dementia and potentially stroke.
‘Huge advances’ in iron deficiency lead to new clinical guidance Progress in diagnosis and management of iron deficiency has made it an ‘exciting field’.
Testing for vitamin D rises again – at a cost of more than $100 m And the increase cannot be explained by clinical factors or changes in demographics.
Do vitamin D levels affect risk of infection and severity of COVID-19? Emerging research suggests yes, but others believe there is insufficient evidence to change current practice.
Childhood anaemia and developmental disadvantage Research has found anaemia doubles risk of developmental disadvantage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in remote Far North Queensland.
Iron infusions ‘taking off’ in general practice The procedure is becoming a key part of general practice – and that is good news.