MRSA spreads easily in households – even to pets
People who transmit MRSA to others are 25% more likely to share bath towels, US study finds.
Jo Hartley
Jo is Editor-in-Chief of Australian Doctor Group.
Fracture risk higher with warfarin than NOACs
Researchers urge caution over prescribing the anticoagulant in AF patients at high risk of fracture.
Knee replacement no panacea for better sexual activity
Many patients are disappointed when sexual activity doesn't improve, but fail to ask doctors about it: Dutch study.
More GPs, more drugs and more falls in aged care
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report shows residents see GP twice a month on average.
Anthrax tested as therapy for bladder cancer
Researchers have come up with a way to use to toxin to kill cancer cells but not harm normal cells.
A ‘bad flu season’ has no impact on vax uptake
Parents are not more likely to vaccinate their kids if they know the flu season is severe, study shows.
Cancer Council employee allegedly faked cancer
The woman worked for the Queensland branch for more than 10 years, but left in February.
Granting end-of-life wishes in ICU helps families cope
Wishes included going outdoors, renewing wedding vows and a tasting favourite meal, study reveals.
Dozens of My Health Record breaches reported
Administrative errors are mainly to blame, says digital health agency.
Measles damages immune system, research reveals
Findings help to explain why kids are more susceptible to infectious diseases post-measles.
