Pneumonia protection may be another reason for people with T2D to take ACEi/ARB

In findings that have particular relevance in the COVID-19 pandemic, WA researchers have shown that ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARB) reduce the risk of pneumonia and influenza in people with type 2 diabetes. Use of ACE inhibitors or ARB...

In findings that have particular relevance in the COVID-19 pandemic, WA researchers have shown that ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor...

COVID-19

Patients are returning to visit health professionals – but not those most in need

There been a resurgence in visits to doctors after people initially delayed their care because of COVID-19 restrictions and fears about infection risk, new figures show. But while more people overall are seeking medical care, there are still some vulnerable groups...

There been a resurgence in visits to doctors after people initially delayed their care because of COVID-19 restrictions and fears...

Financial

Medical registration fee rise announced

The cost of medical registration is to rise 3% next year with the Medical Board of Australia setting its fee at $811 for 2020–2021. The increase, in line with indexation, means that medical registration fees have increased by almost $100 in...

The cost of medical registration is to rise 3% next year with the Medical Board of Australia setting its fee...

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Extraordinary response to doctor survey reveals ‘immense’ level of pandemic distress

A study designed to address the psychological and social distress of COVID-19 on Australia’s frontline health workers is receiving ‘remarkable’ interest with many doctors sharing their experiences throughout the pandemic. Respiratory physician at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and co-lead investigator, Dr...

A study designed to address the psychological and social distress of COVID-19 on Australia’s frontline health workers is receiving ‘remarkable’...