Name change for PCOS under discussion Could changing the name of a health condition help improve care and patient outcomes? Experts say yes, but what would it mean for GPs?
TGA warns of ‘possible but rare’ RSV vaccines risk Product Information for Arexvy and Abrysvo has been updated to reflect a low risk of Guillain-Barre Syndrome following vaccination.
Do GPs know enough about this ‘debilitating’ disorder? Experts agree there has been a dire lack of education around PMDD, but GPs could be in the ‘ideal situation’ to help.
Longer consults for endometriosis sufferers on the way A $49 million funding boost will see two new MBS items added in July next year for specialist gynaecological appointments.
PCOS guidelines shine light on ‘neglected’ condition The new resource contains hundreds of recommendations designed to help clinicians improve patient care.
How is POTS related to long COVID? Researchers are finding that many, but not all, cases of long COVID can be explained by postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.
Long COVID patients display MRI brain changes In a world first study, Australian researchers have found brain structure changes in people with long COVID similar to those with chronic fatigue.
‘Suboptimal’ uptake of ACS medicines regimen: AIHW One in three hospitalised ACS patients delays starting medication after being discharged, prompting a call for increased post-hospitalisation support.
Pathways to severe COVID-19 in children discovered Researchers have identified the blood clotting and immune protein pathways that are activated in severe cases of COVID-19 in children.
Guillain-Barré Syndrome deaths ‘likely linked’ to COVID vaccine An independent expert group has confirmed the two fatal cases are likely linked to AstraZeneca, but the complexity of the syndrome means uncertainties remain.