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Cardiology, Diet and nutrition

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New research suggests intermittent fasting increases the risk of dying from heart disease. But the evidence is mixed

Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in recent years as a dietary approach with potential health benefits. So you might have been surprised to see headlines last week suggesting the practice could increase a person’s risk of death from heart disease...

By Dr Kaitlin Day

Lifestyle, Mental health

Clinical Articles

How much stress is too much? A psychiatrist explains the links between toxic stress and poor health − and how to get help

COVID-19 taught most people that the line between tolerable and toxic stress – defined as persistent demands that lead to disease – varies widely...

By Prof Lawson R. Wulsin

Neurology

Clinical Articles

The middle-aged brain changes a lot – and it’s key to understanding dementia

Our brains change more rapidly at various times of our lives, as though life’s clock was ticking faster than usual. Childhood, adolescence and very old age are good examples of this...

By Sebastian Dohm-Hansen Allard, Prof Yvonne Nolan

Psychiatry

Clinical Articles

Half of Australians in aged care have depression. Psychological therapy could help

While many people maintain positive emotional wellbeing as they age, around half of older Australians living in residential aged care have significant levels of depression...

By Tanya Davison, Prof Sunil Bhar

Psychiatry

Clinical Articles

Why are so many Aussies on antidepressants for so long?

As new deprescribing guidelines are released, experts say it’s time to consider whether fears of stopping antidepressants are justified...

By Lynnette Hoffman, Sophia Auld

Women's health

Clinical Articles

Breast density demystified

RANZCR has argued that women should be notified of their breast density, but with no guidelines in place, what can GPs do?

By Sophia Auld

Neurology

Clinical Articles

Stroke prevention: Your questions answered

Neurologist answers GPs questions about BP & lipid targets, medications and more….

By Prof Bruce Campbell

Cardiology

Clinical Articles

Complementary therapies for lipid management

Cardiologist explains the evidence and application of three key 'nutraceuticals'...

By Lakshini Mendis-David

Dermatology

Clinical Articles

Clinical Quick Quiz – What is the most appropriate answer for this condition?

A 77-year-old presents with pigmented macules on the lower legs. What is the most likely diagnosis?

By Dr Philip Tong

Paediatrics

Clinical Articles

Why is toddler milk so popular? Follow the money

Toddler milk is popular and becoming more so. Just over a third of Australian toddlers drink it. Parents spend hundreds of millions of dollars on it globally...

By Dr Jennifer McCann, Adjunct Professor Karleen Gribble, Naomi Hull

Diet and nutrition, Mental health

Clinical Articles

Mothers’ dieting habits and self-talk have profound impact on daughters

Weight loss is one of the most common health and appearance-related goals...

By Prof Janet Boseovski, Dr Ashleigh Gallagher

Women's health

Clinical Articles

Women with PCOS have 8X risk of suicide attempts

Eating disorders, depression, anxiety are all more prevalent – yet many are going undiagnosed…

By Sophia Auld

Articles

New research suggests intermittent fasting increases the risk of dying from heart disease. But the evidence is mixed

Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in recent years as a dietary approach with potential health benefits. So you might have been surprised to see headlines last week suggesting the practice could increase a person’s risk of death from heart disease...

How much stress is too much? A psychiatrist explains the links between toxic stress and poor health − and how to get help

COVID-19 taught most people that the line between tolerable and toxic stress – defined as persistent demands that lead to disease – varies widely...

The middle-aged brain changes a lot – and it’s key to understanding dementia

Our brains change more rapidly at various times of our lives, as though life’s clock was ticking faster than usual. Childhood, adolescence and very old age are good examples of this...

Half of Australians in aged care have depression. Psychological therapy could help

While many people maintain positive emotional wellbeing as they age, around half of older Australians living in residential aged care have significant levels of depression...

Why are so many Aussies on antidepressants for so long?

As new deprescribing guidelines are released, experts say it’s time to consider whether fears of stopping antidepressants are justified...

Breast density demystified

RANZCR has argued that women should be notified of their breast density, but with no guidelines in place, what can GPs do?

Stroke prevention: Your questions answered

Neurologist answers GPs questions about BP & lipid targets, medications and more….

Complementary therapies for lipid management

Cardiologist explains the evidence and application of three key 'nutraceuticals'...

Clinical Quick Quiz – What is the most appropriate answer for this condition?

A 77-year-old presents with pigmented macules on the lower legs. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Why is toddler milk so popular? Follow the money

Toddler milk is popular and becoming more so. Just over a third of Australian toddlers drink it. Parents spend hundreds of millions of dollars on it globally...

Mothers’ dieting habits and self-talk have profound impact on daughters

Weight loss is one of the most common health and appearance-related goals...

Women with PCOS have 8X risk of suicide attempts

Eating disorders, depression, anxiety are all more prevalent – yet many are going undiagnosed…

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Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in recent years as a dietary approach with potential health benefits. So you might have been surprised to see headlines last week suggesting the practice could increase a person’s risk of death from heart disease...

COVID-19 taught most people that the line between tolerable and toxic stress – defined as persistent demands that lead to disease – varies widely...

Our brains change more rapidly at various times of our lives, as though life’s clock was ticking faster than usual. Childhood, adolescence and very old age are good examples of this...

While many people maintain positive emotional wellbeing as they age, around half of older Australians living in residential aged care have significant levels of depression...

As new deprescribing guidelines are released, experts say it’s time to consider whether fears of stopping antidepressants are justified...

RANZCR has argued that women should be notified of their breast density, but with no guidelines in place, what can GPs do?

Neurologist answers GPs questions about BP & lipid targets, medications and more….

Cardiologist explains the evidence and application of three key 'nutraceuticals'...

A 77-year-old presents with pigmented macules on the lower legs. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Toddler milk is popular and becoming more so. Just over a third of Australian toddlers drink it. Parents spend hundreds of millions of dollars on it globally...

Weight loss is one of the most common health and appearance-related goals...

Eating disorders, depression, anxiety are all more prevalent – yet many are going undiagnosed…

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