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For 25 years, Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) has championed a once under-recognised argument: protecting the environment is fundamental to protecting human health.
The Australian Health Biobank is Australia’s first national general population biobank. It provides an unprecedented opportunity to capture population-level trends in disease states and/or environmental exposures, and accelerate integration of scientific discoveries into policy, clinical practice, and future health innovations.
While many stakeholders are ‘cautiously optimistic’ that the Thriving Kids program will support kids with developmental delays and autism, some are concerned the program hasn’t had enough time in planning. InSight+ spoke with Autism Awareness Australia (AAA) CEO Nicole Rogerson after her recent conversation with NDIS Senator Jenny McAllister.
New clinical practice guidelines represent a major step in supporting safe and appropriate use of medicines in older people
An artificial intelligence algorithm used to detect breast cancer in screening scans can predict women’s cancer risk over the next four years, Australian research has found.
From July 31, the United States will impose up to 100% tariffs on pharmaceuticals coming into the US. Some Australian-made exports look set to pay that highest rate, while some other countries – including the UK, Japan and the European Union – have negotiated lower rates.
Low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide and Australia is no exception. Around 4 million Australians live with back pain and it is one of the most common reasons people see their GP or physiotherapist. The personal toll from chronic low back pain is significant and so too is the system impact with billions spent each year on health care and lost through reduced workplace productivity or early retirement.
Delayed diagnosis of juvenile idiopathic arthritis remains a significant and preventable cause of harm for Australian children. With many waiting months, some years, for specialist assessment, earlier recognition in primary care is critical to reducing long-term disability and improving outcomes.
The Healthy Start for Young Hearts Alliance brings together experts across public health and clinical care with the aim to prevent cardiovascular disease before it begins.
