Convalescent plasma ‘potentially effective’ against COVID-19: Research But experts advise against ‘cherry picking’ results from a small study, saying randomised controlled trials are still needed.
Can face masks reduce COVID severity and improve herd immunity? An article in the New England Journal of Medicine hypothesises universal mask-wearing can do both.
Quarter of asthma patients given ‘potentially toxic’ level of steroids And half of those given repeat scripts are not using inhalers as often as they should, a new study found.
Surging demand for eating disorder support during pandemic Experts say increased stress, anxiety and change in routine are all contributing to a rise in disordered eating.
Further cases of PIMS-TS likely in Australia Though rare, it is possible more children may have developed the inflammatory syndrome.
Doctors and the difficulty of admitting to issues of mental health Doctors can find it hard to ‘practice what we preach’, according to consultant psychiatrist Dr Eli Kotler.
Multidisciplinary approach ‘crucial’ to treating vaginismus Patient concerns are too often brushed aside, experts say, and telling women to ‘just relax’ can be damaging.
Should patients with new onset of chilblains get tested for COVID-19? Dermatologists say at the very least, these patients require a thorough history taking for COVID-19 symptoms and potential contacts.
Research suggests physical distancing rules are based on ‘outdated science’ But an Australian expert believes the probability of transmission at greater distances is relatively low and current recommendations make sense.
Significant increase in stillbirth at a UK hospital during pandemic But experts say there is little evidence to support the idea it may be happening in Australia.