Alzheimer’s answers still elusive
A lot of hope – and hype – surround the immunotherapy drugs flagged to treat Alzheimer’s disease. The jury is out on their real-life benefit, while the push continues for earlier diagnosis. Read More...
Features
Habit of a lifetime – alcohol and age
The sober truth is that Older Australians’ love affair with alcohol is impacting their health and their behaviour. Read More...
Taking on eating disorders … together
A one-stop eating disorders clinic will be opening in Perth in December, due to the commitment of a dedicated band of local clinicians. Read More...
Sports medicine spotlight on women
Most of the research in sport and exercise medicine has been geared towards men, but attention in women’s sport is changing the game. Read More...
Getting hip about early care
Every year, more than 19,000 Australians – many of them elderly – fracture their hip. Now revised guidelines are aimed at ensuring they get more timely treatment. Read More...
Evolving world of trans medicine
The Australian Professional Association for Trans Health released standards guidelines earlier this year. WA dermatologist Dr Ahmed Kazmi has been working with trans patients and urges doctors to move beyond the headlines. Read More...
Multi-faceted research targets MS
MS Australia is ramping up research to find out more about the neurological disease to combat the sharp surge in prevalence. Read More...
GPs could be the answer to ADHD logjam
The increasingly desperate plea from parents and doctors alike for better access to child developmental care has reached crisis point. When will this ‘train wreck in slow motion’ finally be offered a lifeline? Read More...