‘Feel good’ surgeon draws cartoons on kids’ dressings
Dr Robert Parry has drawn thousands of characters on surgical dressings so children are not frightened by their scar.
Jo Hartley
Jo is Editor-in-Chief of Australian Doctor Group.
Health inequality widens between poor and rich Aussies
Obesity rates are 38.5% in disadvantaged areas and 24.6% in advantaged ones, shows study.
Sunscreen chemicals seep into bloodstream, confirms FDA
Study adds weight to fears that active chemicals in sun protection products are absorbed into the body.
Puzzle of Amish children’s deaths solved
The exercise-associated sudden deaths were caused by a gene mutation likely inherited from a common ancestor, say researchers.
Aussie doctor to represent female medics at UN
Dr Skye Kinder is travelling to New York in March to attend the event.
China coronavirus could spread across the globe, WHO warns
The mystery strain of the virus has affected 41 people and has claimed one life.
One in 10 older doctors have concerning cognitive deficits
Study reveals cognitive testing can be used to identity those over 70 who are unsafe to practise.
Staggering: Why men are four times more likely than women to drown
Being drunk and prone to showing off is a deadly combination, says the Royal Life Saving Society.
Men more likely to describe their research as ‘excellent’
Study shows papers with male lead authors are up to 21% more likely to use positive framing.
Doctors worldwide urge Australia to bring Assange home
They say the WikiLeaks founder, who is in a high-security UK jail awaiting trial, needs treatment for psychological torture.
