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Medicare turns 40: since 1984 our health needs have changed but the system hasn’t. 3 reforms to update it

Forty years ago, Medicare as we know it today was born. It was the reincarnation of the Whitlam government’s Medibank, introduced in 1975 but dismantled in stages by the Fraser Liberal government.

By Prof Stephen Duckett

Neurology

Clinical Articles

Hearing aids and dementia: expert explains the retracted Lancet study

Late last year, the Lancet retracted a major study that had linked hearing aid use in people with hearing loss to reduced dementia risk. At a time when dementia risk tools and guidelines are being updated to include hearing loss as a risk factor, does this change anything?

By Lynnette Hoffman

Dermatology

Clinical Articles

Clinical Quick Quiz – What is this birthmark?

A 35-year-old woman presents with a birthmark on the right cheek who is seeking a diagnosis.

By Dr Philip Tong

Mental health

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Hypochondriacs die earlier than those who worry less about their health

It seems strange that hypochondriacs who, by definition, worry yet have nothing wrong with them, should enjoy shorter lifespans than the rest of us. Let’s find out more...

By Stephen Hughes

Vaccination

Clinical Articles

Health misinformation is rampant on social media

The global anti-vaccine movement and vaccine hesitancy that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic show no signs of abating...

By Dr Monica Wang

Women's health

Clinical Articles

Natural supplements for menopause – worth it or waste of money?

The market is awash with products claiming to be rooted in ancient traditions that have allegedly given women relief from menopausal symptoms - but how do the claims stack up?

By Fiona Clark

Men's health

Clinical Articles

Testosterone for older men

You might think that more testosterone means greater vitality and wellbeing, but it’s more complicated than that says Professor Bu Yeap, consultant endocrinologist at Fiona Stanley Hospital, WA.

By Emma Henshall

Policy, Public health

Clinical Articles

For the new vape laws to succeed, these 3 things need to happen – or users may look to the illicit market

This year, the Australian government will progressively ban the retail sale of all e-cigarettes, known as vapes. Vapers will only be allowed to use nicotine vapes that comply with TGA...

By Prof Wayne Hall

Neurology

Clinical Articles

Lifestyle changes can reduce dementia risk by maintaining brain plasticity

Walk 10,000 steps a day, cut back alcohol, get better sleep at night, stay socially active — we’re told that changes like these can prevent up to 40 per cent of dementia cases worldwide...

By Dr Saskia Sivananthan, Dr Laura Middleton

Paediatrics, Psychiatry

Clinical Articles

What is ‘parent training’ for ADHD?

Problems with focus and impulse control can be common developmental stages through which children and adolescents naturally progress.

By Dr Cher McGillivray

Infectious diseases

Clinical Articles

COVID is surging – What should we expect?

Do you have family members or friends sick with a respiratory infection? If so, there’s a good chance it’s COVID, caused by the JN.1 variant currently circulating in Australia.

By Prof Adrian Esterman

Politics

Clinical Articles

GPs want answers in CEO mystery sacking

Surveyed GPs demand transparency, as RACGP board remains silent on why they ousted CEO Paul Wappett. Read his full statement here.

By Lynnette Hoffman

Articles

Medicare turns 40: since 1984 our health needs have changed but the system hasn’t. 3 reforms to update it

Forty years ago, Medicare as we know it today was born. It was the reincarnation of the Whitlam government’s Medibank, introduced in 1975 but dismantled in stages by the Fraser Liberal government.

Hearing aids and dementia: expert explains the retracted Lancet study

Late last year, the Lancet retracted a major study that had linked hearing aid use in people with hearing loss to reduced dementia risk. At a time when dementia risk tools and guidelines are being updated to include hearing loss as a risk factor, does this change anything?

Clinical Quick Quiz – What is this birthmark?

A 35-year-old woman presents with a birthmark on the right cheek who is seeking a diagnosis.

Hypochondriacs die earlier than those who worry less about their health

It seems strange that hypochondriacs who, by definition, worry yet have nothing wrong with them, should enjoy shorter lifespans than the rest of us. Let’s find out more...

Health misinformation is rampant on social media

The global anti-vaccine movement and vaccine hesitancy that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic show no signs of abating...

Natural supplements for menopause – worth it or waste of money?

The market is awash with products claiming to be rooted in ancient traditions that have allegedly given women relief from menopausal symptoms - but how do the claims stack up?

Testosterone for older men

You might think that more testosterone means greater vitality and wellbeing, but it’s more complicated than that says Professor Bu Yeap, consultant endocrinologist at Fiona Stanley Hospital, WA.

For the new vape laws to succeed, these 3 things need to happen – or users may look to the illicit market

This year, the Australian government will progressively ban the retail sale of all e-cigarettes, known as vapes. Vapers will only be allowed to use nicotine vapes that comply with TGA...

Lifestyle changes can reduce dementia risk by maintaining brain plasticity

Walk 10,000 steps a day, cut back alcohol, get better sleep at night, stay socially active — we’re told that changes like these can prevent up to 40 per cent of dementia cases worldwide...

What is ‘parent training’ for ADHD?

Problems with focus and impulse control can be common developmental stages through which children and adolescents naturally progress.

COVID is surging – What should we expect?

Do you have family members or friends sick with a respiratory infection? If so, there’s a good chance it’s COVID, caused by the JN.1 variant currently circulating in Australia.

GPs want answers in CEO mystery sacking

Surveyed GPs demand transparency, as RACGP board remains silent on why they ousted CEO Paul Wappett. Read his full statement here.

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Forty years ago, Medicare as we know it today was born. It was the reincarnation of the Whitlam government’s Medibank, introduced in 1975 but dismantled in stages by the Fraser Liberal government.

Late last year, the Lancet retracted a major study that had linked hearing aid use in people with hearing loss to reduced dementia risk. At a time when dementia risk tools and guidelines are being updated to include hearing loss as a risk factor, does this change anything?

A 35-year-old woman presents with a birthmark on the right cheek who is seeking a diagnosis.

It seems strange that hypochondriacs who, by definition, worry yet have nothing wrong with them, should enjoy shorter lifespans than the rest of us. Let’s find out more...

The global anti-vaccine movement and vaccine hesitancy that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic show no signs of abating...

The market is awash with products claiming to be rooted in ancient traditions that have allegedly given women relief from menopausal symptoms - but how do the claims stack up?

You might think that more testosterone means greater vitality and wellbeing, but it’s more complicated than that says Professor Bu Yeap, consultant endocrinologist at Fiona Stanley Hospital, WA.

This year, the Australian government will progressively ban the retail sale of all e-cigarettes, known as vapes. Vapers will only be allowed to use nicotine vapes that comply with TGA...

Walk 10,000 steps a day, cut back alcohol, get better sleep at night, stay socially active — we’re told that changes like these can prevent up to 40 per cent of dementia cases worldwide...

Problems with focus and impulse control can be common developmental stages through which children and adolescents naturally progress.

Do you have family members or friends sick with a respiratory infection? If so, there’s a good chance it’s COVID, caused by the JN.1 variant currently circulating in Australia.

Surveyed GPs demand transparency, as RACGP board remains silent on why they ousted CEO Paul Wappett. Read his full statement here.

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