‘It’s not in the medical vocabulary’: Talking about matrescence Matrescence, the transition to motherhood, is a period of emotional upheaval akin to adolescence, Dr Evelyn Lewin writes.
Research shows need for earlier breast cancer detection It found young women are almost twice as likely to have advanced breast cancer at diagnosis, rather than localised disease.
Why do people with intellectual disability have lower life expectancy? An Australian study has delved into the reasons, and found systemic and social barriers to ‘appropriate and effective healthcare’.
Informed birth decisions hindered by lack of information: Expert A study found vaginal birth after caesarean is associated with increased risks, but women can often remain in the dark about their options.
Victoria passes birth certificate reforms Transgender and gender-diverse people in Victoria will be free to change the sex on their birth certificate without gender-reassignment surgery.
New resource to foster patients’ financial health literacy A new RACGP-endorsed guide aims to help patients understand health costs and empower their discussions around medical fees.
Doctors and the effects of decision fatigue Decision-making may deteriorate throughout the day and negatively impact cancer screening rates, new research has found.
Smoking and drinking rates plunge, but illicit drug impacts on the rise A new report shows Australians are smoking and drinking less, but stimulants are leading to a greater health burden.
AIHW deaths data shows value of preventive care The latest deaths data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare shows the value of preventive healthcare.
Expert pushes for new health question in census to reveal data on smoking habits A question on people’s smoking habits in the next census will help experts better understand one of Australia’s greatest health problems, says a leading tobacco control researcher.