New dietary advice causes rethink of dairy, eggs, meat Full-fat dairy and eggs are back on the table, but Australians have been urged to rethink their red-meat intake.
New research may change treatment of UTIs Recurrent UTIs may occur because of intestinal reservoirs of bacteria, rather than bladder sources.
Researchers uncover alternate theory for Alzheimer’s disease Rather than tangles and plaques being the cause of the disease, researchers are exploring the issue of lysosomal storage.
Professional coaching can reduce burnout in doctors Researchers have found coaching should be considered a ‘complementary strategy’ in reducing work-related stress.
Frailty declared a medical condition Research has revealed frailty, which affects quality of life and risk of death, is not an inevitable part of ageing.
Heart disease danger for over-75s who discontinue statins A new study has linked ending their use with a 33% increased risk of hospital admission due to a cardiovascular event.
NSW push to decriminalise abortion stalls Conservative MPs have successfully delayed the bill’s introduction.
Australian women receive sub-optimal heart care: Study New research has found women are less likely to be prescribed recommended medications.
New research examines antidepressant efficacy A new paper questions previous findings that antidepressants are more efficacious than placebo for adults with major depressive disorder.
Mental illness can lead to 20 year loss in life expectancy: Research The number of years of life lost due to physical health conditions in people with mental illness is increasing, but early intervention can help bridge the gap.