Should tennis players be taking the court in Melbourne? Athletes ‘forced’ to compete in Australian Open qualifiers have complained of dry throats, asthma symptoms and even panic attacks related to the city’s smoke haze.
‘Hazardous’ Melbourne air considered worst in the world Lingering bushfire smoke has blanketed the city and prompted public health warnings.
Further potential risk factor for osteoporosis identified: Research A new study has found air pollution could be a potential contributing cause.
Poor air quality remains a health threat Much of New South Wales continues to labour under a haze of ‘hazardous’ smoke.
Sydney choking on smoke from bushfires: What GPs need to know Health warnings have been issued in the face of ‘alarming and dangerous’ levels of air pollution in NSW, with a forecast heatwave likely to exacerbate what is a looming public health issue.
Prostate cancer survival at ‘all-time high’ – but is it a happy life? Life goes on but its quality is often diminished, according to a new study.
Extension for PIP QI applications Practices experiencing delays in either submitting data or securing a time-limited exemption may now submit a late application for payment.
Unsafe air pollution standards up for review The RACGP has joined calls to reduce the amount of toxic pollution allowed in the air, at the same time as new research strengthens its link with increased death rates.
Antipsychotics overused in residential aged care: Study Research reveals concerning rates of antipsychotics use in aged care, showing many doctors and facilities are not following best-practice guidelines.
Report on NSW air quality reminder of pollution’s health impacts New South Wales’ declining air quality is likely contributing to poor health outcomes, a new report reveals.