Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a life-threatening hereditary condition, yet 90% of Australians with FH remain undiagnosed. Experts urge proactive genetic testing to identify children and families at risk.
Expanded access to respiratory syncytial virus vaccines will cover all Australian babies.
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.
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.
With grandparents taking on increasing childcare responsibilities, it is vital they have the right support and resources to build healthy habits with their grandchildren.
A world-first program is treating peanut allergies in babies under twelve months, aiming to induce remission and transform allergy care.
Data just published online shows a worrying increase in infectious syphilis cases in women living in Australia aged 15–44 (referred to as “reproductive age”) and a subsequent rise in transmission from pregnant parent to child. This is called congenital syphilis.
Australia needs to embrace a “rights lens” in health care delivery to promote the inherent human rights of Australia’s children and young people.
