What is ‘tomato flu?’ And should Australians be concerned about the new respiratory virus spreading rapidly among small children in India?
Exercise shown to reduce COVID infection, severity and mortality Regular physical activity is protective against contracting the disease and associated adverse outcomes, new international evidence suggests.
Why new polio cases have put the world on alert Professor Michael Toole explains what the resurgence means for Australia and people travelling overseas.
Is Australia ready for widespread DNA screening? A new trial is aiming to pave the way for population-level DNA screening, but safeguards are needed to prevent unintended harm.
BCG vaccine also boosts non-TB immune system: Study But while BCG is the world’s most commonly used vaccine, it has not been routinely administered in Australia since 1985.
First country approves Moderna vaccine targeting Omicron The approval comes in the same week that Monash University was selected to house the first mRNA production facility in the Southern Hemisphere.
The art of using research to help clinical decision making Renowned GP and academic Professor Paul Glasziou gives his take on approaches to help busy clinicians discern useful research for their practice.
GP lobbies Health Minister as paediatrics access reaches ‘tipping point’ The issue has been called a nationwide crisis and GPs are calling for more support to help improve outcomes for families.
COVID has had ‘profound’ mental health impact on mothers Many women experiencing mental health issues during lockdowns did not access support from GPs or psychologists, new study findings show.
Shortage of diabetes drug flagged until 2023 While semaglutide supply will be intermittent, its current availability should be ‘enough for approved use’, the manufacturer has advised.