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Rules for administering MDMA and psilocybin have been relaxed

Could the TGA changes lead psychedelic therapies down the path of commercialisation?

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Older adults increasingly dying from drug overdoses

Over 50s are most likely to overdose, experts explain what's going on...

Expert/s: Healthed

Videos

Tirzepatide KwikPen update: Practical guidance for clinicians

In this Product Explainer, A/Prof Samantha Hocking, Endocrinologist, explains the key changes to the tirzepatide KwikPen device, including operational steps, dosing considerations and patient counselling, with practical guidance for supporting safe and effective use (7 mins).

Clinical Articles

AZ pulling Zoladex 3.6mg from Australian market

Manufacturer will provide free access to eligible patients without alternative treatment pathways for 6 months after discontinuation...

Videos

Clinical case: Management of symptoms in COPD with single-inhaler triple therapy

In this Quick Case, General Practitioner Dr Kerry Hancock, uses a real-world patient case and supporting evidence to outline how a single-inhaler triple therapy can improve symptom control and reduce exacerbation risk in people with COPD (5 mins).

Clinical Articles

Cochrane finds Alzheimer’s drugs ineffective, as experts slam the review

Researchers analysed seven amyloid-busting monoclonal antibodies, concluding they don't work...

Clinical Articles

Herbal ingredient in cold and flu meds prompts TGA action

Anaphylaxis cases have remained steady despite efforts to minimise risks, TGA warns...

Videos

Clinical cases: Managing acne in General Practice

In this Quick Case, Dermatologist Dr William Cranwell summarises key acne pathogenic mechanisms and the role of retinoids in addressing them. He reviews latest clinical trial data on trifarotene and highlights its impact on lesion reduction and early scar‑mitigating benefits.

Clinical Articles

Monoclonal antibodies for Alzheimer’s: Patient selection, referral and monitoring

With two drugs approved for AD, GPs will play a key role...

Videos

Clinical Case: 46-year-old female with iron deficiency anaemia due to HMB

In this Quick Case, Dr Renee Eslick, Haematologist presents the case of a 46-year-old female with iron deficiency anaemia secondary to heavy menstrual bleeding, with a focus on the most appropriate strategies to correct the iron deficiency.

Clinical Articles

Common antidepressant could help tackle domestic violence, study suggests

World-first trial tested whether sertaline can reduce reoffending in impuslive men...

Clinical Articles

Warnings added to GLP-1s following reports of suicidal ideation & behaviour

TGA says insufficient evidence of an association, but PIs updated. Meanwhile, new WHO guideline recommends GLP-1s for obesity...

Drugs and devices

Rules for administering MDMA and psilocybin have been relaxed

Could the TGA changes lead psychedelic therapies down the path of commercialisation?

Older adults increasingly dying from drug overdoses

Over 50s are most likely to overdose, experts explain what's going on...

Tirzepatide KwikPen update: Practical guidance for clinicians

In this Product Explainer, A/Prof Samantha Hocking, Endocrinologist, explains the key changes to the tirzepatide KwikPen device, including operational steps, dosing considerations and patient counselling, with practical guidance for supporting safe and effective use (7 mins).

AZ pulling Zoladex 3.6mg from Australian market

Manufacturer will provide free access to eligible patients without alternative treatment pathways for 6 months after discontinuation...

Clinical case: Management of symptoms in COPD with single-inhaler triple therapy

In this Quick Case, General Practitioner Dr Kerry Hancock, uses a real-world patient case and supporting evidence to outline how a single-inhaler triple therapy can improve symptom control and reduce exacerbation risk in people with COPD (5 mins).

Cochrane finds Alzheimer’s drugs ineffective, as experts slam the review

Researchers analysed seven amyloid-busting monoclonal antibodies, concluding they don't work...

Herbal ingredient in cold and flu meds prompts TGA action

Anaphylaxis cases have remained steady despite efforts to minimise risks, TGA warns...

Clinical cases: Managing acne in General Practice

In this Quick Case, Dermatologist Dr William Cranwell summarises key acne pathogenic mechanisms and the role of retinoids in addressing them. He reviews latest clinical trial data on trifarotene and highlights its impact on lesion reduction and early scar‑mitigating benefits.

Monoclonal antibodies for Alzheimer’s: Patient selection, referral and monitoring

With two drugs approved for AD, GPs will play a key role...

Clinical Case: 46-year-old female with iron deficiency anaemia due to HMB

In this Quick Case, Dr Renee Eslick, Haematologist presents the case of a 46-year-old female with iron deficiency anaemia secondary to heavy menstrual bleeding, with a focus on the most appropriate strategies to correct the iron deficiency.

Common antidepressant could help tackle domestic violence, study suggests

World-first trial tested whether sertaline can reduce reoffending in impuslive men...

Warnings added to GLP-1s following reports of suicidal ideation & behaviour

TGA says insufficient evidence of an association, but PIs updated. Meanwhile, new WHO guideline recommends GLP-1s for obesity...

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Could the TGA changes lead psychedelic therapies down the path of commercialisation?

Over 50s are most likely to overdose, experts explain what's going on...

In this Product Explainer, A/Prof Samantha Hocking, Endocrinologist, explains the key changes to the tirzepatide KwikPen device, including operational steps, dosing considerations and patient counselling, with practical guidance for supporting safe and effective use (7 mins).

Manufacturer will provide free access to eligible patients without alternative treatment pathways for 6 months after discontinuation...

In this Quick Case, General Practitioner Dr Kerry Hancock, uses a real-world patient case and supporting evidence to outline how a single-inhaler triple therapy can improve symptom control and reduce exacerbation risk in people with COPD (5 mins).

Researchers analysed seven amyloid-busting monoclonal antibodies, concluding they don't work...

Anaphylaxis cases have remained steady despite efforts to minimise risks, TGA warns...

In this Quick Case, Dermatologist Dr William Cranwell summarises key acne pathogenic mechanisms and the role of retinoids in addressing them. He reviews latest clinical trial data on trifarotene and highlights its impact on lesion reduction and early scar‑mitigating benefits.

With two drugs approved for AD, GPs will play a key role...

In this Quick Case, Dr Renee Eslick, Haematologist presents the case of a 46-year-old female with iron deficiency anaemia secondary to heavy menstrual bleeding, with a focus on the most appropriate strategies to correct the iron deficiency.

World-first trial tested whether sertaline can reduce reoffending in impuslive men...

TGA says insufficient evidence of an association, but PIs updated. Meanwhile, new WHO guideline recommends GLP-1s for obesity...

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Healthed

Upcoming Healthed Webcast

Practical Strategies for Behaviour Management in Dementia

Tuesday 7th July, 7pm - 9pm AEST

Speaker

Dr Chrys Pulle

Geriatrician; Principal Investigator, Internal Medicine and Dementia Research Unit, The Prince Charles Hospital

Dr Chrys Pulle provides practical and evidence-based recommendations on how best these behavioural and psychological symptoms can be assessed and managed.