Sugary drink tax could raise billions: Parliamentary Budget Office Data has shed light on the significant economic benefits a proposed 20% levy could have, while GPs spruik its potential health benefits.
Aggressive responses likely crystalise vaccine uncertainty: Study Online misinformation has often been blamed for the spike in vaccine hesitancy, but is social media abuse just as damaging?
Australian child vaccination rates continue to fall Many jurisdictions are close to the herd immunity threshold for highly infectious diseases like measles, with some areas especially vulnerable.
‘Absolutely tiny’ Federal obesity funding challenged Questions have been raised about why no weight loss drugs are on the PBS, as research highlights the lack of funding for obesity prevention.
Opioid use in pregnancy linked to childhood illness According to new research, women who used opioids during pregnancy are more likely to have children with infections, eczema and asthma later in life.
Semaglutide shortage sparks patient demands for alternatives But in Australia, the new drug generating the most interest is still in its infancy – and not yet listed on the PBS.
What GPs need to know about obesity and its treatment SPONSORED: Obesity is a global epidemic caused by many factors. The disease, and how surgery and adjunct therapies fit in, should be understood.
Viral weight loss drug linked to pancreatitis Semaglutide could be putting patients at greater risk of severe gastrointestinal complications when used for obesity management.
WONCA obesity panel set to tackle growing issue An international group of experts will explore various elements of a chronic health issue that is becoming increasingly prevalent.
In Practice: Children with suspected serious bacterial infection GPs have been issued a reminder about swift antibiotic treatment in paediatric cases of serious bacterial infection.