Medical Observer Opinion

Can measles push the reset button on kids' immunity?

12th November 2019
As measles outbreaks continue to flare worldwide, viral immunologists have made a discovery they say underscores like never…
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Measles
6Minutes News

Measles damages immune system, research reveals

1st November 2019
Getting measles is even more dangerous than doctors had realised, because it destroys immunity that the victim has acquired…
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measles
6Minutes News

Stress disorder link to serious infections

1st November 2019
Patients with stress disorders may be more vulnerable to potentially life-threatening infections, especially if they are…
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Clinical Focus Case Report

A confession reveals the cause of debilitating knee pain

31st October 2019
Julian is 32 and works as a bartender at a club. Over the past week, he has noticed steadily increasing pain and swelling…
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Sore knee
Specialist Updates Rheumatology

Antibiotic no 'silver bullet' for low back pain

25th October 2019
Norwegian researchers have failed to replicate results of a trial showing a large effect of antibiotic treatment for chronic…
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MRI scans lumbar spine
Clinical Focus Spot Diagnosis

How soon can he exercise after an EBV infection?

22nd October 2019
Simon, 21, presents with seven days of worsening sore throat, malaise and fever. He is usually very well, thanks to regular…
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ebv
Medical Observer Opinion

Hep, hep: Hooray for hepatitis C success, but why the lag on hepatitis B?

18th October 2019
Around one-third of Australians living with hepatitis C have been cured in the past four years. Hepatitis C is one of five…
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Hepatitis