Vaccination rates still lagging as 2026 flu season ramps up
The coming 2026 flu season presents many challenges, but it’s hoped a new nasal influenza vaccine available for children will help prevent record case numbers of flu this year.
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Understanding variability in stuttering
Research has found that variability in stuttering is addressed and treated differently by speech language pathologists and generalists, and that more real-life experience for trainees can help reduce the gap.
InSight+ reimagined: medical news and commentary redesigned with clinicians in mind
The old is making way for the new on InSight+
Zero-alcohol products may still promote drinking, study finds
While zero-alcohol products are increasing in popularity, research suggests they are being marketed as an addition to alcohol, rather than a replacement.
Is the Thriving Kids program fit for purpose?
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.
Guidelines for deprescribing in older people
New clinical practice guidelines represent a major step in supporting safe and appropriate use of medicines in older people
AI screening could predict the risk of breast cancer early
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.
Climate-resistant, Indigenous plant could be salt-reducing superfood
Food scientists at RMIT have studied native plant ‘Old Man Saltbush’ (Atriplex nummularia), traditionally consumed by Indigenous Australians, and found it to be incredibly nutrient-dense, and high in protein and fibre. It can also act as a salt replacer, and is climate-resistant.
Intermittent fasting can still be beneficial, despite new study findings
An international study has found that intermittent fasting has little to no benefit for overweight or obese adults, but an Australian researcher has raised questions about limitations of the review.
