Sildenafil & vardenafil remain script only
The TGA has knocked back applications for the drugs to go OTC, citing need for medical practitioners to be involved Applications were submitted for both sildenafil (50 mg) and PDE5 …
Breaks from dieting could help: study
Avoiding continuous dieting may be the key to losing weight and keeping it off, new research from the University of Tasmania shows The findings come as the Obesity Policy Coalition …
Are fewer Aussies buying online?
Smartphone penetration continues to grow, but fewer Australians are buying products online, new data shows Sensis’ 2017 eBusiness Report found that consumer sentiment is far from rosy. The data includes …
Address obesogenic environment now, say health stakeholders
A crackdown on advertising and a 20% tax on sugary drinks are among measures proposed to battle obesity Thirty-four community, public health, medical and academic groups have teamed up for …
How the media oversold standing desks as a fix for inactivity at work
How the media oversold standing desks as a fix for inactivity at work Media reports failed to mention limits to evidence in new guidelines about sitting and moving at work, …
“Dr Sicknote” launches $20 scripts, online pharmacy
The GP website has expanded to offer online scripts for STIs, contraception and ED as well as medication delivery Qoctor, formerly known as Dr Sicknote, is an online medical hub …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news The evolving role of tiotropium in asthma Tiotropium is a long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) now shown to improve lung …
Research slams employers on wages
“Aggressive measures” by employers to cut wage growth are threatening “severe long-run damage” to the superannuation retirement system, new research suggests Data collated by the Centre for Future Work at …
Chemist Warehouse frustrated at bills
Soaring energy bills are creating a tough retail environment for Chemist Warehouse, the chain’s co-founder has said Speaking to The Australian’s Eli Greenblat, Chemist Warehouse’s Damien Gance has said that …
Drug, alcohol services stretched
In only five years, the percentage of Salvos’ clients seeking help for ice abuse at one facility has soared from 16% to 57% New data released by the Salvation Army …
Can personality traits undermine diet?
The CSIRO has undertaken Australia’s largest diet and personality survey, sorting consumers into one of five “types” when it comes to their diet The results are based on input from …
Consumers confused by codeine crackdown
Consumers have reacted with concern to a news story highlighting the upcoming codeine schedule change On Friday, News Corp journalist Debbie Schipp reported on the imminent “codeine crackdown” following the …