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Genetics

Clinical Articles

The ‘weird’ male Y chromosome has finally been fully sequenced. Can we now understand how it works, and how it evolved?

The Y chromosome is a never-ending source of fascination (particularly to men) because it bears genes that determine maleness and make sperm. It’s also small and seriously weird; it carries few genes and is full of junk DNA that makes it horrendous to sequence.

By Prof Jenny Graves

Women's health

Clinical Articles

NSW pharmacists can now resupply OCPs

What guard rails are in place to keep women safe

By Lynnette Hoffman

Public health

Clinical Articles

Zero alcohol doesn’t mean zero risk – How marketing and blurred lines can be drinking triggers

The availability and sales of “zero-alcohol” products have soared in recent years. In Australia, these are products containing less than 0.5% alcohol by volume, designed to mimic the flavour, appearance and packaging of alcoholic drinks.

By Dr Shalini Arunogiri, Anthony Hew

Diabetes and metabolism

Clinical Articles

Ozempic drought continues

Worldwide shortages cause to TGA put the brakes on prescribing

By Healthed

Public health

Clinical Articles

Apple wants to know if you’re happy or sad as part of its latest software update. Who will this benefit?

Apple’s iOS 17 operating system is expected to drop any day. The software update comes with several new features, including a tool for daily mood and emotion logging – a technique known to emotion researchers as “experience sampling”.

By Healthed

Surgery

Clinical Articles

30% of UK female surgeons sexually assaulted by colleagues

As the NHS seeks to heal and care, it now faces a challenge of introspection, driven by alarming revelations. Research released this week has shone a harsh light on the widespread issue of sexual misconduct within the surgical profession, causing ripples of shock and outrage throughout the UK.

By Healthed

Public health

Clinical Articles

In brief: Snapshots from the news

Cosmetic cowboy crackdown, Ozempic supply, Asthma medicine restrictions

By Lynnette Hoffman

Public health

Clinical Articles

Video game addiction a major issue

Warning signs include sleep problems, difficulty completing homework and social isolation

By Ben Falkenmire

Infectious diseases

Clinical Articles

A new COVID wave is coming, but most of us aren’t up to date with vaccines

‘NOVIDs’ may benefit more from a booster due to their lack of hybrid immunity

By Lynnette Hoffman

Infectious diseases, Public health

Clinical Articles

2023 flu season earlier and probably bigger

Influenza causes up to 3000 Australian deaths and 18000 visits to the GP each year—not to mention the economic burden of days off work - and this year is shaping up to be even busier

By Dr Sarah Tedjasukmana

Mental health

Clinical Articles

How to help teen girls’ mental health struggles – 6 research-based strategies for parents, teachers and friends

It’s a well-established fact that children’s and teens’ mental health took a hit during the pandemic

By Prof Elizabeth Englander, Meghan K. McCoy

Indigenous health

Clinical Articles

Telehealth has much to offer First Nations people. But technical glitches and a lack of rapport can get in the way

Telehealth has been a game changer for many First Nations people

By Dr Centaine Snoswell, A/Prof Jonathan Bullen

Articles

The ‘weird’ male Y chromosome has finally been fully sequenced. Can we now understand how it works, and how it evolved?

The Y chromosome is a never-ending source of fascination (particularly to men) because it bears genes that determine maleness and make sperm. It’s also small and seriously weird; it carries few genes and is full of junk DNA that makes it horrendous to sequence.

NSW pharmacists can now resupply OCPs

What guard rails are in place to keep women safe

Zero alcohol doesn’t mean zero risk – How marketing and blurred lines can be drinking triggers

The availability and sales of “zero-alcohol” products have soared in recent years. In Australia, these are products containing less than 0.5% alcohol by volume, designed to mimic the flavour, appearance and packaging of alcoholic drinks.

Ozempic drought continues

Worldwide shortages cause to TGA put the brakes on prescribing

Apple wants to know if you’re happy or sad as part of its latest software update. Who will this benefit?

Apple’s iOS 17 operating system is expected to drop any day. The software update comes with several new features, including a tool for daily mood and emotion logging – a technique known to emotion researchers as “experience sampling”.

30% of UK female surgeons sexually assaulted by colleagues

As the NHS seeks to heal and care, it now faces a challenge of introspection, driven by alarming revelations. Research released this week has shone a harsh light on the widespread issue of sexual misconduct within the surgical profession, causing ripples of shock and outrage throughout the UK.

In brief: Snapshots from the news

Cosmetic cowboy crackdown, Ozempic supply, Asthma medicine restrictions

Video game addiction a major issue

Warning signs include sleep problems, difficulty completing homework and social isolation

A new COVID wave is coming, but most of us aren’t up to date with vaccines

‘NOVIDs’ may benefit more from a booster due to their lack of hybrid immunity

2023 flu season earlier and probably bigger

Influenza causes up to 3000 Australian deaths and 18000 visits to the GP each year—not to mention the economic burden of days off work - and this year is shaping up to be even busier

How to help teen girls’ mental health struggles – 6 research-based strategies for parents, teachers and friends

It’s a well-established fact that children’s and teens’ mental health took a hit during the pandemic

Telehealth has much to offer First Nations people. But technical glitches and a lack of rapport can get in the way

Telehealth has been a game changer for many First Nations people

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The Y chromosome is a never-ending source of fascination (particularly to men) because it bears genes that determine maleness and make sperm. It’s also small and seriously weird; it carries few genes and is full of junk DNA that makes it horrendous to sequence.

What guard rails are in place to keep women safe

The availability and sales of “zero-alcohol” products have soared in recent years. In Australia, these are products containing less than 0.5% alcohol by volume, designed to mimic the flavour, appearance and packaging of alcoholic drinks.

Worldwide shortages cause to TGA put the brakes on prescribing

Apple’s iOS 17 operating system is expected to drop any day. The software update comes with several new features, including a tool for daily mood and emotion logging – a technique known to emotion researchers as “experience sampling”.

As the NHS seeks to heal and care, it now faces a challenge of introspection, driven by alarming revelations. Research released this week has shone a harsh light on the widespread issue of sexual misconduct within the surgical profession, causing ripples of shock and outrage throughout the UK.

Cosmetic cowboy crackdown, Ozempic supply, Asthma medicine restrictions

Warning signs include sleep problems, difficulty completing homework and social isolation

‘NOVIDs’ may benefit more from a booster due to their lack of hybrid immunity

Influenza causes up to 3000 Australian deaths and 18000 visits to the GP each year—not to mention the economic burden of days off work - and this year is shaping up to be even busier

It’s a well-established fact that children’s and teens’ mental health took a hit during the pandemic

Telehealth has been a game changer for many First Nations people

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