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The reason behind skyrocketing autism rates
WA researchers have shown the so-called “autism epidemic” is due to an increase in diagnosis – not vaccines Professor Andrew Whitehouse, Head of Autism Research at the Telethon Kids Institute …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Optimizing identification and management of COPD patients – reviewing the role of the community pharmacist This paper proposes key steps for …
Oral, ultra-long-acting medication on the horizon
Single administration drugs may soon deliver sustained dosages over weeks, months or potentially even years, research suggests Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in …
Self control, the harms of pot, and fat genes: how the 44-year-old Dunedin study keeps on giving
Self control, the harms of pot, and fat genes: how the 44-year-old Dunedin study keeps on giving Gita Mishra, The University of Queensland After almost four-and-a half decades and from …
What will consumers gain from research into complementary medicines?
What will consumers gain from research into complementary medicines? Nicholas Fuller, University of Sydney and Colman Taylor, University of Sydney A new multimillion dollar deal between Swisse Wellness and CSIRO …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest research news Manufacturer failed to disclose faulty device in rivaroxaban trial An investigation by The BMJ finds that companies were aware of …
Study to examine pharmacist stress
A new study on behalf of the Pharmacists’ Support Service is set to look at the issue of stress and wellbeing among Australian pharmacists. The study is being conducted by …
NSAIDs may lead to increased risk of heart failure
Study results are of concern owing to widespread use of the drugs, say cardiology experts In a BMJ study based on almost 10 million NSAIDs users across four European countries …
Pharmacy owners give to help study pharmacy policy
A $140,000 gift from a group of prominent Australian pharmacy owners will help University of Sydney researchers pursue an important question: On what basis is pharmacy policy made, and is …
Could popping a pill replace exercise?
Popping a pill that makes your body think it has exercised could soon be possible, say Deakin University medical scientists. But don’t let your gym membership lapse just yet—at this …
Potential new drug to treat severe, uncontrolled asthma
Trial results suggest treatment could be used as an add-on therapy for severely asthmatic patients Two phase III, double-blind, randomised controlled trials including more than 2500 participants looked at the safety …
Bacterial or viral…how can we tell?
New research has found a way of identifying bacterial or viral infections – a breakthrough that could stem the problem of antibiotic resistance Researchers from The University of Queensland and …