Health and Medical News
Scientists have unwound the intricate wiring of a fruit fly’s brain.
Drug funding helps results
Drug company funding significantly inflates psychiatric drug trial results, new research reveals.
Breast cancer detection extended
AI breast cancer detection could predict disease four years in advance.
New funds for mental studies
The federal government has put up $14 million for new mental health research.
More talks for nurse fight
NSW nurses have secured interim pay rise as their union enters negotiations with the government.
Sleep distress feedback studied
Researchers have found that teenagers who sleep less than eight hours per night are more likely to experience psychological distress.
Breathless costs counted
Breathlessness is costing the Australian economy at least $12 billion every year.
Rural health needs detailed
The Federal Government has laid out its expectations for Australia's new National Rural Health Commissioner.
Pill dispensing extended
A NSW trial of pharmacists dispensing the oral contraceptive pill has been made permanent.
AMR deaths predicted
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) could result in over 39 million deaths by 2050, according to new analysis.
New cell spotted
Scientists have identified a new type of cell with the potential to transform tissue repair.
Psychologist pipeline boosted
Government funds have been allocated to address Australia's psychologist shortage.
Weekly insulin tested
Once-a-week insulin injections could soon become a reality for diabetes patients.