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Mental health

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Do psychedelics really work to treat depression and PTSD? Here’s what the evidence says

As of July 1, authorised psychiatrists have been allowed to prescribe MDMA (the chemical found in “ecstasy”) to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

By Healthed

Public health

Clinical Articles

A decade on, the NDIS has had triumphs, challenges and controversies. Where to from here?

Officially launched in July 2013, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) reached full rollout in 2020.

By Sophie Yates, A/Prof Helen Dickinson

Diabetes and metabolism

Clinical Articles

WHO’s recommendation against the use of artificial sweeteners for weight loss leaves many questions unanswered

Do low-calorie sweeteners help with weight management? And are they safe for long-term use?

By Lindsey Schier, Dr Scott Kanoski

Geriatric medicine

Clinical Articles

Dementia & MHT – Cause or correlation?

A Danish study has linked HRT to dementia, but experts say the research is far from clearcut

By Fiona Clark

Public health

Clinical Articles

60-day prescribing: GPs say it’s not black and white

GPs largely support 60-day prescribing, but say concerns should be taken seriously

By Healthed

Art of medicine

Clinical Articles

Psychedelic medicine is on its way. Here’s what you need to know

Many people in Australia, including psychiatrists, were surprised when earlier this year the medicines regulator down-scheduled MDMA, known colloquially as ecstasy, and psilocybin, from magic mushrooms.

By Dr Nigel Strauss, Prof Colleen Loo, Prof David Jonathan Castle, Prof Steve Kisely

Cardiology

Clinical Articles

Aortic Stenosis – Are you missing it?

Ausculating the chest is critical to picking up this underdiagnosed condition

By Dr Diem Pham

Neurology

Clinical Articles

Migraine tips and traps

A neurologist myth-busts common migraine misconceptions

By Fiona Clark

Mental health

Clinical Articles

Meticulous time prioritisation

Struggling to make time for yourself? You’re not alone, but it can be done…

By Clinical Prof Leanne Rowe AM

Mental health

Clinical Articles

Better bipolar diagnosis may reduce suicide rates in boys – new research

Suicide rarely happens in the absence of severe mental health problems. Research indicates that psychiatric disorders are prevalent in up to 90% of adolescents who die from suicide. In particular, what are known as affective disorders, such as major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder, are present in 44%-76% of cases.

By Adrian Desai Boström, Peter Andersson

Diet and nutrition

Clinical Articles

Cow’s milk allergy versus lactose intolerance

Two super practical podcasts to help you identify and manage cow’s milk allergy and lactose intolerance—and important information on plant-based formula and milk

By Healthed

Respiratory and sleep

Clinical Articles

‘The dirty disease’ – both smokers and non-smokers get lung cancer. They face stigma on top of illness

Earlier this year, federal health minister Mark Butler announced a new national Lung Cancer Screening Program. The first of its kind for lung cancer, the screening program will open initially to current and former smokers aged 50 to 70 years by July 2025. It aims to save lives by detecting lung cancer earlier.

By Dr Jianni Tien, Prof Alex Broom, Dr Katherine Kenny, Dr Malinda Itchins

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Do psychedelics really work to treat depression and PTSD? Here’s what the evidence says

As of July 1, authorised psychiatrists have been allowed to prescribe MDMA (the chemical found in “ecstasy”) to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

A decade on, the NDIS has had triumphs, challenges and controversies. Where to from here?

Officially launched in July 2013, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) reached full rollout in 2020.

WHO’s recommendation against the use of artificial sweeteners for weight loss leaves many questions unanswered

Do low-calorie sweeteners help with weight management? And are they safe for long-term use?

Dementia & MHT – Cause or correlation?

A Danish study has linked HRT to dementia, but experts say the research is far from clearcut

60-day prescribing: GPs say it’s not black and white

GPs largely support 60-day prescribing, but say concerns should be taken seriously

Psychedelic medicine is on its way. Here’s what you need to know

Many people in Australia, including psychiatrists, were surprised when earlier this year the medicines regulator down-scheduled MDMA, known colloquially as ecstasy, and psilocybin, from magic mushrooms.

Aortic Stenosis – Are you missing it?

Ausculating the chest is critical to picking up this underdiagnosed condition

Migraine tips and traps

A neurologist myth-busts common migraine misconceptions

Meticulous time prioritisation

Struggling to make time for yourself? You’re not alone, but it can be done…

Better bipolar diagnosis may reduce suicide rates in boys – new research

Cow’s milk allergy versus lactose intolerance

Two super practical podcasts to help you identify and manage cow’s milk allergy and lactose intolerance—and important information on plant-based formula and milk

‘The dirty disease’ – both smokers and non-smokers get lung cancer. They face stigma on top of illness

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As of July 1, authorised psychiatrists have been allowed to prescribe MDMA (the chemical found in “ecstasy”) to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Officially launched in July 2013, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) reached full rollout in 2020.

Do low-calorie sweeteners help with weight management? And are they safe for long-term use?

A Danish study has linked HRT to dementia, but experts say the research is far from clearcut

GPs largely support 60-day prescribing, but say concerns should be taken seriously

Many people in Australia, including psychiatrists, were surprised when earlier this year the medicines regulator down-scheduled MDMA, known colloquially as ecstasy, and psilocybin, from magic mushrooms.

Ausculating the chest is critical to picking up this underdiagnosed condition

A neurologist myth-busts common migraine misconceptions

Struggling to make time for yourself? You’re not alone, but it can be done…

Two super practical podcasts to help you identify and manage cow’s milk allergy and lactose intolerance—and important information on plant-based formula and milk

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