Opinions

Trauma-informed preventative care (TIPC) is a framework for the delivery of care that involves realising the high prevalence of psychological trauma, recognising and addressing its impact on patients, their families and staff and preventing traumatisation during episodes of care. Implementing TIPC in a hospital setting requires an organisation-wide approach based on a shared understanding and a shared language of trauma and trauma-informed care. Leadership support is essential for driving organisational change.

Catherine Olweny, Kayla Elliott, Alma Giborski, Anitha Thiraviarajah, Sharon Goldfeld

Newly discovered pre-synaptic mechanisms of general anaesthesia point the way towards designing potential reversal agents that could help expedite recovery.

André Van Zundert, Drew Cylinder, Bruno Van Swinderen

The long-awaited independent inquiry into Australia’s COVID response was released today, with lessons on how the nation could better prepare for future pandemics.

Jocelyne Basseal, Ben Marais

With long COVID estimated to impact 5–10% of Australians infected by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, it is vital to monitor the incidence and effects of long COVID, leading to better support for patients and general practice.

Andrew Georgiou, Mirela Prgomet, Judith Thomas

A recent study by Monash University researchers has revealed alarming findings about the nutritional quality and marketing practices of commercial foods for infants and toddlers sold in Australian supermarkets. The study highlights growing concern about the poor nutritional content and misleading marketing claims of these products, which could have serious implications for the health and development of young children.

Alexandra Chung

Australia has an exciting new podcast called “Hold the Moment”. It’s co-hosted by respected journalist and Dementia Australia ambassador Hamish Macdonald, whose father has dementia, and dementia advocate Jim Rogers, who is living with younger onset Alzheimer’s disease, diagnosed in 2022. The podcast taps into real life stories and experiences of people living with dementia, along with great tips to help with living well after diagnosis.

Jim Rogers

The Declaration of Helsinki has been revised for the ninth time on its 60th birthday, taking into account new health research issues like data collection, AI and the post-pandemic landscape.

Steve Robson

A study of Australia’s wastewater shows a significant decrease in oxycodone levels, suggesting changes to prescription policies are making a difference.

Rory Verhagen, Cobus Gerber, Phong K Thai, Jason Connor, Wayne Hall, Benjamin J Tscharke

With increasing recognition of bullying in academic settings, it is vital that institutions adhere to their own policies and protocols when supporting victims of bulling and abusive behaviour in medical academia.

Tom Brett