Sustained ceasefire in Gaza the 'only way' to help the injured and displaced
With Gaza’s largest hospital in ruins, thousands of people killed, and millions displaced, health care workers yet again urge for an immediate and sustained ceasefire.
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New research centre champions gender equity in healthcare
A new research centre dedicated to gender equity is hoping to change the one-size-fits-all male-centric approach to medical research.
Spinal surgery billing concerns
A new report has raised questions about alleged inappropriate billing for elective spinal surgeries in Australia, but the Australian Medical Association says compliance issues are overwhelmingly innocent mistakes.
Caution needed when using doxy-PEP for STI prevention
A new consensus statement provides guidance on the use of doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis (doxy-PEP) for the prevention of syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhoea among gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM).
Support for managing osteoporosis
Osteoporosis contributes to the deaths of about 2300 Australians each year, but it’s hoped an updated management guide will help GPs with early diagnosis and bone health management.
Disease X: preparing for the next pandemic
As world health authorities stay alert for the next pandemic-causing pathogen, the term “disease X” is making headlines again.
Inadequate bowel preparation leading to poorer colonoscopies
A new resource has been launched to help Australians prepare for colonoscopies in a bid to reduce delays and cancellations caused by ineffective procedures.
Future-proofing the aged care sector
The final report of the Aged Care Taskforce is on the right track to improve the sector, but there needs to be more clarity to make sure it’s viable for the future, experts say.
Push for greater climate urgency in new scorecard
Australia is making some progress to address the impacts of climate change, but greater urgency is needed.
