The potentially deadly impacts of homelessness
New figures from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) show that homeless people are almost twice as likely to die in comparison to the average Australian.
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Scientists to create world’s first cancer vaccine using natural killer cells
InSight+ spoke with Monash University researchers about a new breakthrough they say could revolutionise immunotherapy for cancer.
Building climate-resilient health care with the National Health and Climate Strategy
The National Health and Climate Strategy aims to build a sustainable, climate-resilient, high quality, net zero health system for Australia.
Indigenous researcher teaches students about periods, puberty and consent in groundbreaking new project
An Indigenous-led, student-focused program to educate students about menstruation is attracting support in multiple states. InSight+ spoke to Kaiwalagal, Umaii and Kiwai woman, Ms Minnie King, about a Far North Queensland program eight years in the making.
70% of people with depression not receiving minimally adequate treatment
A recent study has found that 70% of Australians diagnosed with major depressive disorder are not receiving minimally adequate treatment.
GPs uncertain about best practice menopause treatment
Different approaches to menopause treatment and hormone replacement therapy have caused controversy in recent months, while some GPs think there needs to be better communication and research about treating menopause.
Signing off from the InSight+ team for 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, the team at Insight+ would like to thank you for your engagement over the past year. Your continued support means a lot to us as we search for the best medical and health stories to keep you informed.
Reducing asthma hospitalisations and our carbon footprint
InSight+ spoke with Dr Brett Montgomery about a “win-win” solution to improve asthma control for thousands of Australians while helping reduce the climate impact of asthma inhalers
Hopes for reduced infant RSV hospitalisations
Expanded access to respiratory syncytial virus vaccines will cover all Australian babies.
