BP targets relaxed for kidney disease 21 Mar 2012 0 comments New clinical guidelines have relaxed BP targets for patients with chronic kidney disease, but experts say they are not an excuse for complacency.
Pituitary volume linked to depression 17 Nov 2011 0 comments Larger pituitary size may partly explain the link between early puberty and depressive symptoms in some adolescents, controversial research from Patrick McGorry’s research centre concludes.
Greater BMD increases after zoledronic infusion 4 Nov 2011 0 comments A single infusion of zoledronic acid is more effective at increasing bone mineral density than daily risedronate in men on glucocorticoid therapy, Australian research finds.
Supplements may cause long-term harm 13 Oct 2011 0 comments The long-term safety of vitamin and mineral supplements is in question after research finds some may increase mortality risk.
Informed patients less likely to consent 22 Sep 2011 0 comments Patients want to be informed about trainees participating in their procedure, but that information reduces their willingness to consent.
Calcium advice to remain unchanged, despite study 2 Jun 2011 0 comments Current recommendations for daily calcium intake in older women should not be changed, an Australian expert says, despite a Swedish study finding little benefit beyond a moderate intake.
Diabetes expert backs budget despite cuts 12 May 2011 0 comments The Australian Diabetes Society has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to defer the Coordinated Care for Diabetes program to await the outcome of a pilot scheme.
More evidence calcium supplements harmful 21 Apr 2011 0 comments Fresh evidence strengthens the link between calcium supplements and cardiovascular events, reigniting concerns about their widespread use in older women.
Combine exercise for diabetes 2 Dec 2010 0 comments Combining aerobic and resistance training reduces HbA1c levels in patients with type 2 diabetes, research finds, but doing either alone has no effect.
Timing crucial for bariatric surgery 15 Oct 2009 0 comments The window of opportunity to reverse obesity in teens using bariatric surgery may be narrower than previously thought, research suggests.