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Mental health

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How apps and influencers are changing the way we sleep, for better or for worse

Insomnia is not just a personal issue that affects an individual’s health and wellbeing. It’s a public health issue, affecting public safety.

By Deborah Lupton

Emergency medicine

Clinical Articles

Common GP emergencies: Anaphylaxis

A quick refresher on how to treat anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is most commonly triggered by foods, drugs, insect bites and stings. Less commonly, it can be caused by latex, cold temperature or in 20% of cases, there may be no clear trigger at all.

By Dr Bethany Boulton

Men's health

Clinical Articles

Focal therapy for prostate cancer

Urological surgeon and focal therapy pioneer explains how this treatment may be used for intermediate-risk localised prostate cancer – and potential risks and pitfalls. Standard curative treatments of localised prostate cancer – radical prostatectomy or radiotherapy – treat the whole prostate gland...

By A/Prof Jeremy Grummet

Mental health

Clinical Articles

Mounting research documents the harmful effects of social media use on mental health, including body image and development of eating disorders

Media influences and conventional beauty standards have long plagued society. The U.S. surgeon general issued a major public advisory of the links between social media and youth mental health...

By Emily Hemendinger

Geriatric medicine

Clinical Articles

Shingrix FAQ

From 1 November, Shingrix will replace Zostavax on the National Immunisation Program (NIP), with free coverage expanded to people aged ≥65 and First Nations people aged ≥50, as well as immunocompromised people with certain medical conditions who are aged ≥18.

By Lynnette Hoffman

Neurology

Clinical Articles

GPs could improve access to ADHD treatment. But we still need specialists to diagnose and start medication

Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects 2.5–5% of people. Less than half of people with ADHD have been diagnosed and treated – though more and more people are presenting for help.

By Prof Adam Guastella, David Coghill

Public health

Clinical Articles

GPs predict MyMedicare flop

Most practices say they will register, but so far few patients are signing up...

By Lynnette Hoffman

Mental health

Clinical Articles

Brighter days and darker nights – A prescription for improved mental health?

A new study in nature delves into poor sleep, circadian rhythm and the impact on mental health…

By Fiona Clark

Art of medicine

Clinical Articles

Will we still have antibiotics in 50 years? We asked 7 global experts

Almost since antibiotics were first discovered, we’ve been aware bacteria can learn how to overcome these medicines, a phenomenon known as antimicrobial resistance.

By Healthed

Infectious diseases

Clinical Articles

How GPs can help cut HIV transmission

HIV is more preventable and treatable than ever, here’s what GPs need to know…

By Neena Bhandari

Public health

Clinical Articles

Your unique body odor could identify who you are and provide insights into your health – all from the touch of a hand

From the aroma of fresh-cut grass to the smell of a loved one, you encounter scents in every part of your life. Not only are you constantly surrounded by odor, you’re also producing it. And it is so distinctive that it can be used to tell you apart from everyone around you.

By Dr Chantrell Frazier, Prof Kenneth G. Furton, Vidia A. Gokool

Travel medicine

Clinical Articles

Super practical tips for pre-travel advice

Is it time to rethink the travel advice you’re giving patients? Professor Nicholas Zwar shares his tips.

By Fiona Clark

Articles

How apps and influencers are changing the way we sleep, for better or for worse

Insomnia is not just a personal issue that affects an individual’s health and wellbeing. It’s a public health issue, affecting public safety.

Common GP emergencies: Anaphylaxis

A quick refresher on how to treat anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is most commonly triggered by foods, drugs, insect bites and stings. Less commonly, it can be caused by latex, cold temperature or in 20% of cases, there may be no clear trigger at all.

Focal therapy for prostate cancer

Mounting research documents the harmful effects of social media use on mental health, including body image and development of eating disorders

Media influences and conventional beauty standards have long plagued society. The U.S. surgeon general issued a major public advisory of the links between social media and youth mental health...

Shingrix FAQ

From 1 November, Shingrix will replace Zostavax on the National Immunisation Program (NIP), with free coverage expanded to people aged ≥65 and First Nations people aged ≥50, as well as immunocompromised people with certain medical conditions who are aged ≥18.

GPs could improve access to ADHD treatment. But we still need specialists to diagnose and start medication

Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects 2.5–5% of people. Less than half of people with ADHD have been diagnosed and treated – though more and more people are presenting for help.

GPs predict MyMedicare flop

Most practices say they will register, but so far few patients are signing up...

Brighter days and darker nights – A prescription for improved mental health?

A new study in nature delves into poor sleep, circadian rhythm and the impact on mental health…

Will we still have antibiotics in 50 years? We asked 7 global experts

Almost since antibiotics were first discovered, we’ve been aware bacteria can learn how to overcome these medicines, a phenomenon known as antimicrobial resistance.

How GPs can help cut HIV transmission

HIV is more preventable and treatable than ever, here’s what GPs need to know…

Your unique body odor could identify who you are and provide insights into your health – all from the touch of a hand

From the aroma of fresh-cut grass to the smell of a loved one, you encounter scents in every part of your life. Not only are you constantly surrounded by odor, you’re also producing it. And it is so distinctive that it can be used to tell you apart from everyone around you.

Super practical tips for pre-travel advice

Is it time to rethink the travel advice you’re giving patients? Professor Nicholas Zwar shares his tips.

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Insomnia is not just a personal issue that affects an individual’s health and wellbeing. It’s a public health issue, affecting public safety.

A quick refresher on how to treat anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is most commonly triggered by foods, drugs, insect bites and stings. Less commonly, it can be caused by latex, cold temperature or in 20% of cases, there may be no clear trigger at all.

Media influences and conventional beauty standards have long plagued society. The U.S. surgeon general issued a major public advisory of the links between social media and youth mental health...

From 1 November, Shingrix will replace Zostavax on the National Immunisation Program (NIP), with free coverage expanded to people aged ≥65 and First Nations people aged ≥50, as well as immunocompromised people with certain medical conditions who are aged ≥18.

Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects 2.5–5% of people. Less than half of people with ADHD have been diagnosed and treated – though more and more people are presenting for help.

Most practices say they will register, but so far few patients are signing up...

A new study in nature delves into poor sleep, circadian rhythm and the impact on mental health…

Almost since antibiotics were first discovered, we’ve been aware bacteria can learn how to overcome these medicines, a phenomenon known as antimicrobial resistance.

HIV is more preventable and treatable than ever, here’s what GPs need to know…

From the aroma of fresh-cut grass to the smell of a loved one, you encounter scents in every part of your life. Not only are you constantly surrounded by odor, you’re also producing it. And it is so distinctive that it can be used to tell you apart from everyone around you.

Is it time to rethink the travel advice you’re giving patients? Professor Nicholas Zwar shares his tips.

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