The new Australian Institute of Health and Welfare Report on prisoner health is a sobering read. The study shows that people in prison are more likely to suffer from mental disorders, chronic….
Weight-inclusive healthcare means that the focus is on better overall health without any weight loss requirement. It includes eating for your overall health and not just for calories. This may consist….
The National Cabinet will meet today to discuss the following three major issues: GST allocation, National Disability Insurance Scheme funding (NDIS). A Commonwealth Government proposal to start negotiations on a….
At COP28, the impact of climate change on human health will be highlighted for the first time. The latest Conference of the Parties of the UN Framework Convention on Climate….
A Senate Committee investigated the reasons why so many Australians do not receive dental care and came up with 35 reform recommendations. The most comprehensive call is for universal coverage of….
Artificial intelligence is being used to improve health care. AI can detect patterns in images of medical conditions and use them to diagnose diseases. It can predict which patients in a hospital will degrade. It can quickly….
Introduction: In recent years, the soaring use of ketamine, a powerful dissociative anesthetic, has raised concerns within the healthcare community, creating what some experts describe as a ‘Wild West’ environment…..
Introduction: Itchy skin is a common and often frustrating ailment that can significantly impact one’s quality of life. While various factors such as allergies, dry skin, and insect bites are….
Introduction: In a concerning update, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently announced a significant rise in flu cases across the United States, resulting in the hospitalization….
Introduction: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a pervasive and challenging condition affecting millions of people worldwide. Traditional treatment options often include counseling and support groups, but researchers are constantly exploring….
