2016/09/06MEDICAL UPDATE
World Health Matters: Australia: Generational shift in drinking habits
by Gary Finnegan: A clear trend towards lighter drinking among young people is responsible for reversing years of rising alcohol intake, according to new research. Experts hope this could lead to a long-term reduction in alcohol-related harm, including liver cirrhosis and social problems.
2013/04/29MEDICAL UPDATE
Simple reminders may prevent fractures
Interventions to physicians and patients improve osteoporosis treatment at low cost. Reminding primary care doctors to test at-risk patients for osteoporosis can prevent fractures and reduce health care costs, according to a recent study.
2012/05/03MEDICAL UPDATE
‘Brain fog’ of menopause confirmed
The difficulties that many women describe as memory problems when menopause approaches are real, according to a study published today in the journal Menopause, the journal of the North American Menopause Society.
2012/05/03MEDICAL UPDATE
A new method for more accurate assessment of osteoporosis
Laser-based measurements are proving to be a promising method for the assessment of osteoporosis. The team led by Professor Jussi Timonen has developed an ultrasound technique that use laser beams for a rapid and accurate assessment of osteoporosis.
2012/05/03MEDICAL UPDATE
A review of the EMAS clinical guide: Selective oestrogen receptor modulators for postmenopausal osteoporosis
In Europe, osteoporotic fractures account for more Disability Adjusted Life Years (DALYs) lost than common cancers with the exception of lung cancer.
