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Pioneering Study Links Holiday Drug Taking To Acts Of Violence
( Plataforma SINC 13-Oct-08 )
A new study shows that high levels of drug and alcohol consumption are behind the growth in violence among young tourists.
Blind Masseurs Protest At Sighted Competition
( Independent 13-Oct-08 )
Unheralded and largely out of sight, a small army of blind masseurs has been kneading South Korea's tired muscles for nearly half a century. Now, demands that the masseurs share their profession with the non-blind have forced them out of the massage parlours and onto the streets into dramatic, sometimes suicidal, protests.
Many Factors To Consider In Getting Treatment Right For ADHD
( Australian Prescriber 13-Oct-08 )
The quality of a child's relationships and their diet are now known to be minor risk factors implicated in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Biological factors, including genetics, remain the most significant factor, however, so they must all be considered before treatment can begin.
Obese Aussies Risk Losing Their Feet
( AAP MediaNet 13-Oct-08 )
Shocking Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows that as many as 72% of middle-aged Australian men and 58% of middle-aged women are now obese or overweight.
The UK Mental Capacity Act Explained
( HFT 13-Oct-08 )
A clear and easy to understand DVD guide to The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005, has been produced by national charity for people with learning disabilities, HFT, for the Department of Health and Social Care Institute for Excellence, as part of a programme of work on implementing the MCA 2005.
One Third Of Aussies Risking Blindness
( Mendleson Communication 13-Oct-08 )
Around 7 million Australians could be at risk of blindness or vision impairment because they don't know the basic facts about their eyes.
Advice About Heart Tests Before ADHD Treatment
( Harvard Health 13-Oct-08 )
Stimulant medications like those often prescribed for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) raise blood pressure and heart rate, and some drugs carry warning labels for patients with heart problems.
National 'Epilepsy: Top of Mind' Symposium
( HREOC 13-Oct-08 )
Epilepsy Action, Australia is holding a national consumer symposium entitled Epilepsy: Top of Mind for people living with or affected by epilepsy. The symposium to be held on 8 November 2008 at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour.
'Emerging 8' Set To Join 'Big 5' Targeted Cancer Therapy Blockbusters
( Datamonitor 13-Oct-08 )
Since the first approval of a targeted therapy for cancer just over ten years ago, targeted therapies have notably improved treatment outcomes in cancer, becoming the leading therapy class in the oncology market.
Young Adults Given Cause To Rethink Risky Sex
( AAP MediaNet 13-Oct-08 )
The 'Safe Sex. No regrets.' campaign responds to rising rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among 18-35 yr olds.
Good Will Week Supports The Childrens Medical Research Institute
( CMRI 13-Oct-08 )
The Children's Medical Research Institute (CMRI) has been selected as the charity partner for Good Will Week: 19-25 October, 2008. Public Trustee NSW will donate $1 to the CMRI for every Will made with them before October 2009.
Fearnley Defends Title In Chicago Marathon
( APC 13-Oct-08 )
Less than a month after his stunning victory in the Paralympic Games marathon in Beijing, Australian Kurt Fearnley surged to a resounding win to defend his Chicago Marathon title overnight.
The Eyes Have It - Concerns About Ophthalmic Medications
( MJA 13-Oct-08 )
Topical ophthalmic medications have the potential to cause significant systemic side effects and to seriously interact with oral medications, according to an editorial in the 6 October issue of the Medical Journal of Australia.
Government Adds A Smokescreen To Health Debate
( AMA 13-Oct-08 )
AMA President Dr Rosanna Capolingua today agreed with Health Minister Nicola Roxon's call for patients to be made fully aware of all charges where possible prior to agreeing to medical services.
Rawlinson Makes Her Comeback At The AIS
( AIS 13-Oct-08 )
Dual 400m hurdles world champion Jana Rawlinson took to her new home track at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) today, announcing that she would base herself at the AIS and in Europe in the lead up to the London 2012 Olympics.
Concern Over Central Catheter Use
( NSWHealth 13-Oct-08 )
NSW Health has temporarily suspended the use of one type of peripherally-inserted Central Venous Catheter (PICC), following the issue of an advice on the product from the Therapeutic Goods Administration.
Nursing Home Under Sanction In Glen Innes NSW
( DoHA 8-Oct-08 )
On October 3rd, the Department of Health and Ageing placed Glenwood Gardens - a nursing home in the NSW New England Highlands - under sanction.
Royal National Institute For Blind People Research Launch
( RNIB 7-Oct-08 )
On 30th September, RNIB launched a new report on the 'Labour Market Experiences of People with Seeing Difficulties - a Secondary Analysis of the Labour Force Survey' (LFS).
A New 10-Year Vision For Glaucoma
( Resolute Communications 7-Oct-08 )
World experts map new directions for future research and management of the world's second leading cause of blindness.
Is Your Child's Stomach Pain All In His Head?
( Ohio State University 7-Oct-08 )
We all know there are times that kids seem to complain of a stomach ache to get out of chores or going to school. Don't be so sure that the pain they feel is all in their minds.
Discovery Of New Genes Linked To Gout
( NHLBI 7-Oct-08 )
Researchers have identified two new genes - and confirmed the role of a third gene - associated with increased risk of higher levels of uric acid in the blood, which can lead to gout, a common, painful form of arthritis.
UK Travellers Warned About Fake Malaria Drugs
( HPA 7-Oct-08 )
UK travellers are being urged to arrange their antimalarial medication before they leave the country following alarming increases in either fake or poor quality malaria medicines in Southeast Asia and Africa.
Deaf Patients Confront Difficulties In Obtaining Basic Health Care
( MNT 7-Oct-08 )
Inadequate healthcare is received by thousands of the United Kingdom's Deaf patients because they are struggling to communicate with their healthcare providers, according to an article released on October 1, 2008 in BMJ.
Senator McLucas Opens 11th Transplant Games
( DoHA 7-Oct-08 )
More than 600 people from Australia and overseas will take part in the 11th Australian Transplant Games, which were opened in Perth today by the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Health and Ageing, Senator Jan McLucas.
UQ Guest Speaker Brings Music To The Ears
( UQ 7-Oct-08 )
Professor Graeme Clark, the pioneer of the multiple-channel cochlear implant (bionic ear), will speak at the UQ Medical Society's ES Meyers Memorial Lecture on Friday, October 10.
Pigs Tell Humans What's Good For Them
( UQ 7-Oct-08 )
New facilities located at UQ's Gatton Campus will help researchers determine why some foods are better for us than others.
Pharmacists Support Calls For Publicly Funded Weight-loss Programs
( PSA 7-Oct-08 )
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has supported calls for publicly funded weight-loss programs to be made available to all Australians.
New NICS Fellowship Leaders In Health Care
( NHMRC 7-Oct-08 )
Six new leaders in Australian health care celebrated the completion of their NICS Fellowships at a ceremony held Tuesday 30 September in Melbourne, benefiting areas as diverse as cancer pain, heart failure, falls and blood clot prevention.
Consultation On A National Arts And Disability Strategy
( Julia Farr 7-Oct-08 )
Work is underway on the development of a National Arts and Disability
Strategy, following a Federal Labor election commitment to improve the
participation of people with disability in the arts.
Paralympian Of The Year Awards
( APC 7-Oct-08 )
Following the thrills, drama and excitement of the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games, it's time to acknowledge the spectacular results of our Australian Paralympic Team.