Australian Health System Archives - Page 6 of 7

Can Vitamin supplements be doing more harm than good?

In an astonishing turn of events, a 40-year-old Australian man, known for his physical fitness and love for the gym, landed in a neuromuscular clinic due to a concerning wave of generalised muscle twitching and spasms.

Diphtheria case reported in NT: What you need to know

A 32-year-old Indigenous woman from Far North Queensland with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes and no recent travel history, presented to a local clinic with a day-old history of painful swallowing.

Managing Concussion in Community Sport Part 1

In the last 12 months we have seen an increased awareness of concussions in our lives, sparking an important discussion into the long-term health implications. Concussion in sport is a serious and prevalent concern, with more policy needed to regulate..

Endometriosis and the path to diagnosis

Endometriosis is a chronic, debilitating condition affecting approximately one in nine Australian women. Despite its prevalence, historically, its diagnosis has often been delayed, overlooked, or misdiagnosed.

Crazy Socks for Docs Day: shining a spotlight on doctors’ mental health

On the 2nd of June, Adelaide Convention Centre will light up in a whirl of colour and conversation for the 2023 #CrazySocks4Docs Breakfast.

The Future of Vaping

As mounting pressures grow in mainstream media, Australian health professionals eagerly await the Therapeutic Goods Administration's (TGA) recommendations on vaping laws.

Antimicrobial Resistance Forecasting requires urgent attention

Did you know, according to WHO, at least 1.27 million people die every year due to drug-resistant infections. A record number of countries are now monitoring and reporting on antibiotic resistance - marking a major step forward in the global..

How did we reach an antibiotics shortage?

As Australia grapples with a rising antibiotic shortage, general practitioners across the country are growing increasingly concerned about the ability to provide the best possible care to their patients.

Is Telehealth the new norm?

Telehealth is a broad term that encompasses all components and activities of healthcare and the healthcare system, which are conducted through telecommunications technology. Telemedicine is a component of telehealth and is defined by Oxford’s as ‘the remote diagnosis and treatment..

AI Begins To Disrupt Healthcare

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not particularly new to medicine, but is evolving and changing our approach to health at a rapid pace. With ongoing progress in data sharing, machine learning and digital infrastructure, we are seeing the expansion of AI..