Novel blood test predicts kidney disease A blood test for detecting risk of developing diabetic kidney disease is now available in Australia, but a GP expert raises some concerns.
Nurse practitioner Jardiance prescribing greenlit It can now be prescribed by NPs as an initial or continuing therapy for chronic heart failure, but the change raises red flags with the RACGP.
Preventive care for atrial fibrillation currently ‘less than ideal’ More than four-in-10 patients hospitalised with the condition die within a decade, according to a new Australian study.
Heart failure the biggest problem with AF: Research Two out of five patients with atrial fibrillation develop heart failure and more needs to be done, according to a new study.
Study finds dietary fibre critical in managing hypertension Experts are calling for the fibre to be added to clinical guidelines for blood pressure management, saying it is ‘underappreciated’.
Antipsychotics spiking cardiac risks: Study Researchers have revealed 10% of patients on quetiapine and haloperidol develop heart rhythm disorders, leading to calls for increased monitoring.
Expanded PBS eligibility for heart failure and migraine medications More than 100,000 combined patients are expected to benefit from the changes, which will take effect from 1 November.
Digital cardiac rehab almost halves hospital readmissions: Study Patients who utilise online programs after a heart attack can significantly reduce their risk of cardio-related rehospitalisation, according new Australian research.
At-risk Australians lack awareness about heart failure Two in three people susceptible to heart disease do not recognise that they are at risk, a new nationwide survey has found.
Cranberry juice can prevent some recurrent UTIs: Cochrane Review Consuming cranberry reduces the chance of repeat UTIs for women, children, and people more susceptible to them due to medical procedures.