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Women's health

Clinical Articles

‘Egg timer’ tests can’t reliably predict chance of conceiving or menopause timing

Many women who want to have children and are getting older worry about their fertility. The “egg timer” blood test is marketed as an empowering way to give women insights to help them plan when to have children.

By Prof Jenny Doust, Dr Karin Hammarberg, Tessa Copp

Infectious diseases

Clinical Articles

When it comes to vaccinations – don’t forget the old

Don’t forget routine immunisations and use any patient contact as an opportunity for vaccination—says Professor Nick Wood of the National Centre for Immunisation Research & Surveillance at the University of Sydney.

By Dr Stuart Cooper

Public health

Clinical Articles

Burnout impact looms large, survey suggests

Doctor wellbeing expert shares strategies to reduce stress and mental health risks

By Clinical Prof Leanne Rowe AM

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

Diabetes and metabolism

Clinical Articles

Body mass index: why practitioners are relying on it less when looking at a patient’s health

ody mass index has long been used by doctors as the standard method for measuring health – and often still is.

By Healthed

Public health

Clinical Articles

Vaping restrictions to make things worse?

Will the impending vaping policy changes make the black market stronger and riskier? We unpack the arguments.

By Lynnette Hoffman

Public health

Clinical Articles

Controversial ‘forever chemicals’ could be phased out in Australia under new restrictions. Here’s what you need to know

There’s growing global concern about potential risks to human health and the environment from a group of industrial chemicals commonly known as PFAS, or “forever chemicals”.

By Healthed

Diet and nutrition, Women's health

Clinical Articles

1 in 6 women are diagnosed with gestational diabetes. But this diagnosis may not benefit them or their babies

When Sophie was pregnant with her first baby, she had an oral glucose tolerance blood test. A few days later, the hospital phoned telling her she had gestational diabetes.

By Prof Jenny Doust, Prof Paul Glasziou

Public health

Clinical Articles

Will Medicare changes offset ‘GP crisis’?

Will the recently announced Medicare changes really make graduates more likely to choose general practice?

By Lynnette Hoffman

Women's health

Clinical Articles

How my hellish endometriosis experience has made me a better doctor

“I just need a medical certificate,” she tells me.

By Dr Sarah Tedjasukmana

Public health

Clinical Articles

Payroll tax: 10% of practices will close, 21% increase fees & 18% to slash bulk billing

National practice owners survey reveals major impact on viability of practices and access to Medicare if payroll tax rolled out

By Healthed

Mental health

Clinical Articles

Why are our patients angry?

Anger is a common emotion in healthcare. It is important to remember that our underfunded healthcare system and workforce shortages impact both patients and GPs - and set us up for tension.

By Clinical Prof Leanne Rowe AM

Articles

‘Egg timer’ tests can’t reliably predict chance of conceiving or menopause timing

Many women who want to have children and are getting older worry about their fertility. The “egg timer” blood test is marketed as an empowering way to give women insights to help them plan when to have children.

When it comes to vaccinations – don’t forget the old

Don’t forget routine immunisations and use any patient contact as an opportunity for vaccination—says Professor Nick Wood of the National Centre for Immunisation Research & Surveillance at the University of Sydney.

Burnout impact looms large, survey suggests

Doctor wellbeing expert shares strategies to reduce stress and mental health risks

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?

Body mass index: why practitioners are relying on it less when looking at a patient’s health

ody mass index has long been used by doctors as the standard method for measuring health – and often still is.

Vaping restrictions to make things worse?

Will the impending vaping policy changes make the black market stronger and riskier? We unpack the arguments.

Controversial ‘forever chemicals’ could be phased out in Australia under new restrictions. Here’s what you need to know

There’s growing global concern about potential risks to human health and the environment from a group of industrial chemicals commonly known as PFAS, or “forever chemicals”.

1 in 6 women are diagnosed with gestational diabetes. But this diagnosis may not benefit them or their babies

When Sophie was pregnant with her first baby, she had an oral glucose tolerance blood test. A few days later, the hospital phoned telling her she had gestational diabetes.

Will Medicare changes offset ‘GP crisis’?

Will the recently announced Medicare changes really make graduates more likely to choose general practice?

How my hellish endometriosis experience has made me a better doctor

“I just need a medical certificate,” she tells me.

Payroll tax: 10% of practices will close, 21% increase fees & 18% to slash bulk billing

National practice owners survey reveals major impact on viability of practices and access to Medicare if payroll tax rolled out

Why are our patients angry?

Anger is a common emotion in healthcare. It is important to remember that our underfunded healthcare system and workforce shortages impact both patients and GPs - and set us up for tension.

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Many women who want to have children and are getting older worry about their fertility. The “egg timer” blood test is marketed as an empowering way to give women insights to help them plan when to have children.

Don’t forget routine immunisations and use any patient contact as an opportunity for vaccination—says Professor Nick Wood of the National Centre for Immunisation Research & Surveillance at the University of Sydney.

Doctor wellbeing expert shares strategies to reduce stress and mental health risks

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

ody mass index has long been used by doctors as the standard method for measuring health – and often still is.

Will the impending vaping policy changes make the black market stronger and riskier? We unpack the arguments.

There’s growing global concern about potential risks to human health and the environment from a group of industrial chemicals commonly known as PFAS, or “forever chemicals”.

When Sophie was pregnant with her first baby, she had an oral glucose tolerance blood test. A few days later, the hospital phoned telling her she had gestational diabetes.

Will the recently announced Medicare changes really make graduates more likely to choose general practice?

“I just need a medical certificate,” she tells me.

National practice owners survey reveals major impact on viability of practices and access to Medicare if payroll tax rolled out

Anger is a common emotion in healthcare. It is important to remember that our underfunded healthcare system and workforce shortages impact both patients and GPs - and set us up for tension.

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