Probiotic capsules ‘escalate risk of pre-eclampsia in pregnancy’
Researchers warn pregnant women shouldn’t take probiotics unless medically indicated.
Tag: Medical research
Hepatitis C reinfection ‘low’ after antiviral therapy for injecting drug users
Drug use is not a reason to withhold therapy; it just means patients need good support and monitoring, say researchers.
Kids’ noses may be key to their COVID-19 edge
Coronavirus replicates less in children's nasal lining than adults': Australian study
Five sessions of heavy drinking in three months flag risk: study
Researchers have calculated the thresholds for severe alcohol use disorder, which differ between men and women.
Doctors don’t know everything – sometimes we need help
Ages ago, following an election, I had a call from a staffer in the new Minister for Health’s office. He was breathless with excitement. “I’m…
Pivotal data on major oncology drugs ‘not being shared’
Researchers lament that a wealth of individual patient data that could inform future research are being withheld by industry.
Is Australian Prescriber doomed?
Former chair says the medical journal would struggle to switch to advertising or subscription revenue.
‘Growing pains’ may not be a real diagnosis, warn researchers
A University of Sydney study suggests the condition is a misnomer, not a diagnosis, and could delay identification of the real reason for childrenâ…
Bearded doctors wanted for mask study
The Royal Melbourne Hospital is recruiting medics to determine if a rubber band is the key to ideal mask fit for practitioners with facial hair.
Is hypothyroidism an independent risk factor for dementia?
The risk is elevated in the elderly with underactive thyroid, particularly if they are taking medication for the disorder, a large study finds.
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