Study reveals mental health toll of workplace injury It found an injury done at work may be worse for mental health than an injury sustained elsewhere, with GPs to take a ‘holistic approach’.
Blood protein provides clue for kids’ concussion recovery New research suggests the level of alpha-1-ACT post-injury may reveal whether a child will experience ongoing concussion symptoms.
Study reveals clearer picture of hypertension’s impact on brain health AI has confirmed the link between high blood pressure and accelerated brain ageing, but do GPs receive enough support to help manage the issue?
How COVID-19 leaves its mark on the brain Mounting research shows the disease can lead to an array of problems, including significant drops in IQ scores, writes Dr Ziyad Al-Aly.
Brain health and risk reduction: The GP’s role If dementia risk factors can be targeted in early and mid-life, GPs have an opportunity to make a real difference, writes Dr Steph Daly.
Updated concussion statement ‘game changing’ The guidance lays out ‘best practice’ on concussion’s prevention and treatment, but an omission has also sparked controversy.
What is the impact of bringing birth forward? New Australian research into elective induction of labour at 39 weeks gestation has revealed good news for mothers and their health outcomes.
Drug ‘significantly’ slows Alzheimer’s progression: Study A clinical trial of donanemab has now been peer reviewed and published, indicating it can decelerate decline in the disease’s early stages.
Changes made to COVID Vaccine Claims Scheme The Department of Health and Aged Care has removed and added certain conditions that can be claimed in relation to COVID vaccine adverse reactions.
Can a magnesium-rich diet reduce dementia risk? New research suggests there is an association between increased magnesium consumption and healthier brain ageing, with women benefitting the most.