Scarlet fever and streptococcal infections – What are they?
Scarlet fever and streptococcal infections – What are they? What is a Streptococcal infection? These infections are caused by several strains of bacteria – the...
ENT
The ENT category covers conditions and care related to the ear, nose and throat, including hearing, balance, sinus issues, allergies and voice disorders. It offers clinical insight, practical tips and updates on diagnostic and treatment approaches that support better head and neck health.
Mumps, measles and hand, foot and mouth disease
This article will help you quickly identify common childhood diseases. How to recognise and treat mumps, measles, and hand foot and mouth. People of any...
Women wait for endometriosis diagnosis with multiple symptoms
Women wait for endometriosis diagnosis with multiple symptoms: Australian women with endometriosis can experience symptoms including severe period pain, depression and back pain for around...
International pioneering neonatal study
A pioneering neonatal study has reported its two-year findings, confirming that a novel approach developed in Australia can improve the lung health of extremely premature...
Clusters of respiratory illness in children in northern China
WHO has made an official request to China for detailed information on an increase in respiratory illnesses and reported clusters of pneumonia in children. At...
Drug may reduce SIDS in children with achondroplasia
A drug that boosts bone growth in children with achondroplasia may also reduce their chances of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), sleep apnoea and needing...
Natasha’s lung cancer story
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Natasha was low risk for all cancers and especially lung cancer but it didn't stop her from getting diagnosed...
Public support for Alzheimer’s disease blood tests
Blood tests for diagnosing dementia would be much more acceptable to the public than current tests offered, according to a new survey. The news comes...
How does men’s health differ from women’s?
Currently, a shocking 1 in 5 men will die before their 65th birthday. On average, women live five years longer than men, even in countries...
Time critical medication guides for healthcare professionals
The Parkinson’s Excellence Network has launched three time critical medication guides to support hospital and care home staff to make sure everyone with Parkinson's who...
