Claims coronavirus can spread through the air A senior Chinese official has said the virus can infect people via airborne transmission, but an Australian expert says more evidence is needed.
Confusion over updated coronavirus mask advice Some authorities say surgical masks are safe to use for swabs in ‘mild cases’, but that appears to contradict other recommendations.
Weaker health systems particularly at risk from coronavirus: WHO Urgent action is needed to stop the new virus from emerging as a true pandemic.
Is quarantining children a sensible precaution amid coronavirus? Despite conflicting advice from authorities, health experts say keeping China-linked children home from school is reasonable.
WHO raises coronavirus risk level New research suggests the virus may be spread by people without symptoms, but Australian authorities say the evidence is not yet conclusive.
Government to take action on dust disease The Federal Government is taking action to accept all recommendations from the interim advice of the National Dust Disease Taskforce.
Data reveals the poor health of the disadvantaged The gap in the quality of health between the disadvantaged in Australia and those more affluent is continuing to widen, new research has found.
Secondary MS in general practice Two neurologists discuss secondary progressive MS, the potential of a new drug treatment and GPs’ role in managing this disease.
Worsening air quality likely to result in more GP presentations RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon has told people to consult their GPs if they experience non-life-threatening problems from the smoke.
Health, social and economic: The impacts of alcohol and other drugs The most up-to-date information on alcohol, tobacco and other drug use in Australia has been released.