Medicine
The potential wonder drug, the ‘whistleblower’ scientist and the fateful Balmoral dinner
Professor Shaun Jackson has spent 30 years developing what could be a revolutionary stroke drug. But human trials have been derailed amid a Federal Court dispute.
- by Angus Thomson
Latest
The calming nerve that could be key to opening up a new medical frontier
New relief for people with conditions like Crohn’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis may be possible via an implant aimed at replicating an old Eastern medicine technique.
- by Liam Mannix
Exclusive
Cardiovascular health
What are the chances of your heart suddenly stopping? Scientists think they can tell
Jess Berenyi only discovered her heart condition when it nearly killed her. A new database will help others discover their genetic risk before it’s too late.
- by Angus Thomson
The staggering death toll of the next global health crisis – and the age group at most risk
Scientists are warning of a return to the “dark ages” of medicine, where minor infections kill, and routine surgery turns deadly.
- by Angus Dalton
The human drug that helped Sammy trust people again
An increasing number of pets are medicated for anxiety, but nobody is keeping track of how many. Vets say doing so would be better for pets and close a loophole for potential misuse.
- by Angus Thomson
Insurers banned from jacking up premiums based on your genes
People who undergo genetic testing for medical purposes will never be obliged to share their results with insurers, and insurers will not be allowed to ask.
- by Natassia Chrysanthos
Critical drug shortage risking pregnant women’s lives, experts warn
Some women are left with worryingly high blood pressure because older-style medications suitable for use in pregnancy are scarce.
- by Wendy Tuohy
Elle Macpherson rejects experts’ concerns cancer could return
Experts have warned that supermodel Elle Macpherson has increased the risk of her breast cancer returning by rejecting treatment advised by doctors.
- by Carla Jaeger
‘Living window’: Food dye found in Doritos lets scientists see through mice
It may sound like magic, but using basic optics, scientists have taken a major step in the long quest to see what’s under the skin without a scalpel.
- by Carolyn Y. Johnson
Opinion
Breast cancer
I never blamed myself for having breast cancer. Until I read Elle Macpherson’s book
Of all the money I have contributed to the Elle Macpherson empire over the years, it’s the $13 I spent on that e-book that I regret the most.
- by Sarah Moller
The life-saving drug in short supply across Sydney
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) has become crucial in the fight against HIV, but pharmacies across Australia are fast running out. Here’s what you need to know.
- by Angus Thomson and Ben Grubb
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