Incidental COVID-19 infection linked to higher ICU mortality
COVID-19 continues to contribute to higher mortality rates among people admitted to intensive care units, even when COVID-19 is not the primary reason for their admission.
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It’s time we recognised chronic urinary tract infection
Many clinicians remain unfamiliar with the diagnosis of chronic urinary tract infection, leaving many women and girls to suffer without the right support.
Australians need better access to Medicare-funded cardiac MRI
Ensuring all Australians have access to guideline-based health care should be a priority for both the government and the medical profession.
A call for a new approach to address Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health through specialist medical education
Despite the recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health in medical curricula by the Australian Medical Council (AMC), there remains a significant gap in the effective application and practice of this knowledge to transform health systems.
Hospitals worldwide are short of saline. We can’t just switch to other IV fluids – here’s why
Last week, the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration added intravenous (IV) fluids to the growing list of medicines in short supply. The shortage is due to higher-than-expected demand and manufacturing issues.
People with chronic pain missing out on vital care
There are 3.6 million Australians suffering from chronic pain, but despite these high numbers, a recent survey has found that most aren’t getting access to the care they need.
What GPs need to know about iron deficiency in women
Many women in Australia have difficulty getting enough iron in their diet, with iron deficiency affecting women at different stages of life.
RHD deaths in Doomadgee: Four Corners, the coronial inquest and Aboriginal community control
Beyond media reports and coronial inquests, improvements in health care for Aboriginal people requires community control
How can we improve health literacy in Australia?
Up to 60% of Australians have low health literacy, which is associated with poor health outcomes. To improve health literacy, there are many ways we could provide better support for health professionals and the communities they serve.
