Western Australia and Victoria both issued health alerts this week over cases of mpox. WA […]
Category: Current Issues
NIH-funded study finds long COVID affects adolescents differently than younger children
News Release Wednesday, August 21, 2024 Adolescents were most likely to experience low energy/tiredness […]
I’ve recovered from a cold but I still have a hoarse voice. What should I do?
Cold, flu, COVID and RSV have been circulating across Australia this winter. Many of us […]
The antiviral tecovirimat is safe but did not improve clade I mpox resolution in Democratic Republic of the Congo
News Release Thursday, August 15, 2024 NIH-cosponsored study examined tecovirimat in mpox-endemic country. The […]
4 ways to cut down on meat when dining out – and still make healthy choices
Many of us are looking for ways to eat a healthier and more sustainable diet. […]
NIH launches program to advance research led by Native American communities on substance use and pain
News Release Thursday, August 15, 2024 Effort aims to elevate Indigenous Knowledge and culture […]
What is the abortion drug Donald Trump has been talking about? How is it used in Australia?
Donald Trump suggested he was open to revoking access to the abortion pill if he […]
Routine lab tests are not a reliable way to diagnose long COVID
News Release Monday, August 12, 2024 NIH-supported study suggests novel biomarkers that distinguish the […]
The percentage of Australians with disability has surged in a few years. Here’s why
Updated figures show Australia has witnessed a significant surge in disability prevalence, marking a pivotal […]
Medicaid vision coverage for adults varies widely by state
News Release Tuesday, August 6, 2024 NIH-funded study finds lack of coverage, copays, restrictive […]
Do plastics cause autism? Here’s what the latest study really says
A study out recently has prompted much media attention about the role of plastics in […]