Still a Grey Zone in Diagnostic Boundaries for Autism Spectrum Disorder
21 January, 2014 by Petrina SmithDespite changes implemented last year to modernise and clarify diagnostic boundaries for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), there is still a 'grey zone' which could lead to both over and under diagnosis, according to a new overview of autism.
Ongoing Benefits in Making Risk Factors from Annual GP Health Checks
20 January, 2014 by Petrina SmithNew research from the University of Adelaide suggests there are ongoing benefits in managing risk factors from annual GP health checks, amid growing international concern that such check-ups do not improve patients' health.
World's Biggest Vitamin D Study Launched in Australia
16 January, 2014 by Petrina SmithQIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute scientists have launched one of the world鈥檚 biggest studies of vitamin D鈥檚 role in our health.
Protein Discovered that Could Stop Cancerous Cells Spreading
15 January, 2014 by Petrina Smith[caption id="attachment_6334" align="alignright" width="200"] A potential cancer cell extruding from an epithelium. Courtesy of Yap Lab, UQ's Institute for Molecular Bioscience.[/caption]
Bullies and Victims Face Increased Risk of Developing Mental Health Problems
14 January, 2014 by Petrina Smith[caption id="attachment_6318" align="alignright" width="200"] Clinical Research Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr James Scott . Photo supplied by University of Queensland[/caption]
Pharmacist Immunisation Research Program Piloted in Queensland
13 January, 2014 by Petrina SmithThe Queensland Branches of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia and the Pharmacy Guild of Australia have announced the launch of a pilot听pharmacist immunisation research program to be conducted across a number of community pharmacies the state.
Higher Risk of Birth Problems Using Assisted Reproductive Therapies
09 January, 2014 by Petrina SmithA University of Adelaide study has shown听the risk of serious complications such as stillbirth, preterm birth, low birth weight and neonatal death is approximately twice as high for babies conceived by assisted reproductive therapies compared with naturally conceived babies.
Study Identifies Effective Medicines for Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis
06 January, 2014 by Petrina SmithAn international study has identified new genetic regions involved in rheumatoid arthritis which shed light on existing medicines that could be effective in treating the disease.
Rate of Golden Staph Cases in Public 黑料吃瓜群网s has Dropped
20 December, 2013 by Petrina SmithThe national rate of听听'golden staph', cases in public hospitals dropped between 2010-11 and 2012-13, according to a report released today by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
The Next Generation: Assisting Emerging Doctors with Career Choices
18 December, 2013 by Ryan MccannGeneral Practice Registrars Australia is the peak body for the next generation of general practitioners. The听organisation is committed to improving the health care for all Australians through excellence in education and training, and promoting general practice as the medical specialty of choice. Over recent years, GPRA has put together a strong engagement initiative to start a conversation with these new and emerging doctors through a program called GP First.听
Spending on Cancer Risen Faster than Total Health Spending
16 December, 2013 by Petrina SmithSpending on cancer has risen at a slightly faster rate than total health spending in recent years, according to a report released 听by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
UQ has Grown a Kidney Using Stem Cells
16 December, 2013 by Petrina SmithUniversity of Queensland researchers have made a major leap forward in treating renal disease, 听announcing they have grown a kidney using stem cells.
Professor Len Harrison wins JDRF Lifetime Achievement Award
12 December, 2013 by Petrina Smith[caption id="attachment_6146" align="alignleft" width="200"] Professor Len Harrison has been awarded the 2013 JDRF Lifetime Research Achievement Award for his research into type 1 diabetes.[/caption]
Indigenous Health Report Card Published
11 December, 2013 by Petrina SmithThe Australian Medical Association has published the 2012-13 Indigenous Health Report Card;听听The Healthy Early Years 鈥� Getting the Right Start in Life.
