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What is COVID-19 rapid testing, and should we be using it in Australia?
They're portable, scalable, and easy to use — and most importantly, can deliver a result in just 15 minutes. COVID-19 rapid tests, though considered less accurate than the widely used PCR tests, offer the possibility of testing more people with fewer resources in less time. - abc.net.au
Confidence growing in potential COVID vaccine
Amid reports of delayed rollouts and questions on the efficacy of a rushed vaccine, Brendan Murphy says Australia is in a ‘very strong position’ with its two purchase agreements. - racgp.org.au
COVID-19 a double blow for chronic disease patients
The COVID-19 pandemic has escalated into a ‘syndemic’ for people with chronic illnesses, a new UNSW study analysing data from low and middle-income countries shows. - newsroom.unsw.edu.au
New breast implant study launched as risk evidence mounts
Breast implants may trigger multiple symptoms including autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue, gastritis and other debilitating conditions. Macquarie University's Professor Anand Deva is doing more research to find out why. - lighthouse.mq.edu.au
HIV study set to change international treatment recommendations
New findings by researchers at the UBC Faculty of Medicine are set to change international treatment recommendations for people with newly diagnosed HIV — an update that could affect nearly two million people per year worldwide. - hospitalhealth.com.au
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