New consortium eyes primary care system reforms Professor Michael Kidd will lead GP clinician researchers to identify ‘real work challenges and provide practical solutions’.
New water guidelines for PFAS: What GPs need to know Concerned patients have been urged to contact GPs with questions, after the NHMRC called for a crackdown on chemicals allowed in drinking water.
‘Ironic and concerning’: MRFF public health research questioned Just 40c in every $1 earmarked for preventive and public health is being spent on keeping people healthy, a new study has found.
More than $7.5m awarded to general practice research Six GP-led projects have received grants as part of the most recent Medical Research Future Fund allocation.
Age drop for bowel cancer screening endorsed The NHMRC has approved guidelines to widen the age of bowel cancer screening, although the Federal Government is yet to sign off the change.
Duplicated or low-quality studies wasting research: Experts The world’s health researchers have moved rapidly to tackle the coronavirus pandemic – but with varying results, according to experts.
Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission roadmap open for consultation The public has a chance to have its say on the future research direction and funding decisions of the Mission.
Vaccinations shown to reduce flu mortality rates An Australian study has confirmed flu vaccination effectively reduces mortality from the disease – positive news after a horror flu season.
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’.
Australia leads global cancer survival rates – but more can be done An international study shows Australians have the best chance of survival for seven types of cancers.