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In the news: November 2021

Medical Forum Newswire·November 3, 2021

In the news November 2021: MND family carers at high risk; More doctors head bush; New role for Miller; Weight takes a toll; CMO to bow out; Choking hazards; A sign of the times; Bad medicine; Study of end-of-life care; Hunt for missing genetics Read More...

News & Reports Research News WA News

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Watchful eye on aged care

Cathy O’Leary, Editor·November 3, 2021

There is an argument that no one thinks about residential aged care until it is their own mum or dad needing a place. That’s when decisions must be made about the best facility – based on its services, the cost (not everyone has big dollars in the bank), and often a gut instinct. Feelings of guilt are never far away either. Read More...

Guest Column

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Comprehensive end of life care needed

Dr Derek Eng & Ms Louise Angus·November 2, 2021

Now more than ever, palliative care needs our full support and to be understood. Here are some facts. We will all die and there is enormous fear about that process. Read More...

Clinical Articles

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Can vaccines prevent transmission of the COVID-19 virus?

Medical Forum·October 28, 2021

Full vaccination significantly changes your chances of spreading the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Read More...

Medical Forum Weekly

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Can midwives help improve vaccination rates?

Medical Forum·October 28, 2021

New study shows that Western Australian midwives may be able to improve low vaccination coverage in Perth-based Aboriginal children, but they need help. Read More...

Medical Forum Weekly

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