Drug in Codral and Sudafed ‘doesn’t work’
Johnson & Johnson has been accused of marketing and selling ineffective nasal decongestant medicines to Australians for nearly two decades.
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Lex Marinos chose voluntary assisted dying. His family explains why
One of Australia’s great men of the arts chose to undertake voluntary assisted dying, his final days spent at home surrounded by loved ones. His family take us through their journey.
What you should know about voluntary assisted dying
More than 3000 Australians have used voluntary assisted dying to end their lives. Is it something you or a family member need to consider? Here is the latest on this emotional issue.
Teeth issues as an adult? It probably started at birth
Think baby teeth care is futile – or not a big deal – because they fall out later as adult teeth come through? Think again.
Catholic hospitals blocked from private insurer boycott
Catholic Health Australia, whose members provide about a third of private hospital care nationally, will not be allowed to emulate Healthscope’s boycott of private health insurers.
Mesoblast turns 10-bagger on FDA approval
The company has received US Food and Drug Administration approval for its drug Ryoncil, in a stunning turnaround from a year ago, when the same drug tanked the share price.
Why falls are so risky with age, and what you can do to prevent them
Falls are riskier as we age, and can be life changing. But they are not inevitable.
Microplastics linked to cancers, infertility
A scientific review of the effect of microplastics has found they cause infertility and are associated with colon cancer.
The drugs young bankers use to get through the day — and night
Many on Wall Street see Adderall and Vyvanse as tools to plough through long hours of tedious work amid high-pressure competition. In Australia the equivalent to Adderall, Dexamphetamine, is known as a party drug.
Your blood pressure reading is probably wrong
Dangling your arm, wearing the wrong size cuff and scrolling on your phone can make a reading higher or lower than it should be.
One year, two breakups: my girlfriend, and my pancreas
At first, I got sick and started shedding weight. I was constantly dehydrated. They were telltale symptoms of an undiagnosed diabetic, but I thought that only happened to kids.
Prostate cancer: should you have a screening?
Men who find prostate cancer early have a very good chance of surviving the disease, but there are significant drawbacks with testing and treatment.
Elle Macpherson, cancer, death… and a nightclub murder trial
This is my story of surviving cancer (so far), and why I believe stress may play a role in this cruel, brutal and insidious disease.
AI to supercharge genomic medicine, but risks loom
Advancements in whole-genome sequencing have ignited a revolution in digital biology. But the commercialisation of genetic databases poses many risks.
Mental health system is ‘fundamentally broken’
One of the nation’s most prominent psychiatrists says those with the most severe conditions are critically neglected and marginalised, as the AMA calls for systemic reform.
Some early breast cancers may not need surgery, study finds
Women with a type of low-risk cancer might not have to rush aggressive treatment, some doctors say.
‘Life-changing’ eczema treatment secured on PBS
Health Minister Mark Butler has struck a deal to secure the place of a life-changing eczema treatment on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, saving patients about $20,000 a year.
Puberty blocker ban in UK extended
UK health secretary says it was ‘a scandal’ puberty blockers were given to vulnerable young children without proof of safety or effectiveness.
Bupa offers ‘admin payments’ to doctors amid Healthscope fallout
In a move described as ‘unprecedented’, Bupa is offering doctors hundreds of dollars in payments in a major escalation of its dispute with private hospital provider Healthscope
Health insurers put on notice over ‘price gouging’
Health Minister Mark Butler has told private health insurers their proposed increases to premiums are too high, calling out the sector for ‘price-gouging’ practices.
Scientists tackling stiff heart syndrome
Stiff Heart Syndrome affects 10 per cent of people aged over 45. Australian scientists are trying to find a fix using a simple supplement.
How Angelina Jolie and I started a revolution for women’s health
The doctor who treated Angelina Jolie when she chose to have a double mastectomy in 2014 is among a group of advocates urging for reform to Australia’s ‘backwards’ approach to breast cancer screening.
It’s the leading cause of death for Australian women. So how can you delay its onset?
It’s one of the biggest killers of Australians. But new research suggests the number of cases can potentially be halved. And that’s not the only news.
NDIS turmoil: eligibility proof demand surges
Thousands of NDIS participants have been booted off the scheme after a flurry of letters from agency to re-prove their eligibility.
High chance of a heart attack? Here’s how to change that risk
There are proven measures that can cut the risk of harm from coronary heart disease. But individuals need to take action.
ADHD kids treated as ‘poor cousins’ of those with autism
Parents of children with ADHD who have needs similar to children diagnosed with autism can feel rightly aggrieved about how the NDIS has operated to date.
Yes, you really should throw your old plastic spatula away
Chances are there’s a well-used plastic spatula, spoon or ladle near your stove. Scientists say it belongs in the bin.
Vaccine doubt still lingers as plant opens
Australia finally has sovereign manufacture of mRNA vaccines as new analysis reveals six in ten of all parents are feeling distressed since the pandemic over vaccinating their children.
One in nine women are affected by this crippling disease. Finally, there’s hope
The first subsidised endometriosis treatment in 30 years could be life changing. As a GP, I know the grand chasm between men and women’s healthcare needs addressing.
$200m boost to cut surgery lag
Almost 4000 people in NSW are facing longer than recommended waiting times for planned surgeries as ongoing industrial action takes a heavy toll on the state’s medical infrastructure.
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