Paracetamol headaches over?
The TGA has announced an interim decision to reduce the maximum pack sizes for various paracetamol products to deter overdose from ingesting large numbers of tablets or capsules. Read More...
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Strengthening Medicare: no surprises
Whilst there were no surprises unveiled in the Strengthening Medicare Taskforce report, the key messages were clear. Read More...
Exercise or escapism?
International research has shown that using running to escape everyday stresses may lead to exercise dependence instead of improved mental wellbeing. Read More...
Turning the COVID corner
Welcome to our first edition for 2023, as we keep fingers crossed that a new year will take us one step closer to a post-COVID reality. Read More...
Change or wither?
It is hard to believe that 2023 is well underway. With the pandemic over in all but name, attention this year will need to switch to all the health issues which never went away and, in many instances, got worse over the past three years. Read More...
News & views: February 2023
Taking the heat off the ED; Robotic surgery gap scrapped; Psychiatrists back therapy ban; New study throws light on genetic clues; A mixed reality; Wide-ranging research gets funds; A hard diagnosis for all; Heart-felt milestone; More than a sore tooth; ‘Wonder drug’ could help with type 1 diabetes. Read More...
In-brief: February 2023
People in Western Australia making health care headlines. Read More...
Championing your period
Perth sexual health expert and musician Lucy Peach wants all women, girls and people with cycles to be empowered by their periods. She’s even written songs and a live show to help spread the message. Read More...