People travelling overseas for the holidays are reminded to have their appropriate vaccinations. AMA (NSW) President, Dr Saxon Smith says: “In a year where...
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As one of the world leaders in cancer research Australia is proudly hosting the World Cancer Congress in Melbourne this week. As well as highlighting research...
On the final day of Be Medicinewise Week 2014, NPS MedicineWise is reminding people that excess consumption of common pain relievers is a serious medicine...
In a poll undertaken by NPS MedicineWise, results reveal that while a high number of respondents take prescription medicines, advice on taking medicines safely...
Australians spend well over $1 billion each year on complementary medicines. On day two of Be Medicinewise Week 2014, NPS MedicineWise is urging Australians to...
Are your medicines helping or hindering? Figures indicate many Australians are keeping expired medicines in their home, raising the issue of medication safety...
Research into de-prescribing medications among elderly people has, so far in the pilot randomized controlled trial, been receptive. The trial, which involved...
Additional and reliable information on medical conditions and tests will be fully accessible after NPS MedicineWise and Lab Tests Online Australasia decided to...
The legalisation of cannabis for medicinal purposes could soon be a reality, with the Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA) placing its support behind...
A new ‘Asthma: Take Control’ campaign is urging people affected by asthma to commit to following the advice given by their healthcare professional...