In this Healthed lecture, Chair, General Practice, Monash University, Prof Danielle Mazza, presents the fascinating findings from The Australian Contraceptive Choice Project, which was a trial that aimed to increase LARC uptake through general practice, and importantly, outline what they mean for clinical practice.

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In this Healthed lecture, Respiratory, Sleep & Allergy Physician, Dr Greg Katsoulotos presents a practical guide to new therapies that are now available and where they fit in the treatment algorithm for severe asthma.

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The effect size and enduring benefit of MDMA in PTSD has surpassed all expectation in Phase 3 trials

It is possible this agent may be approved by the FDA pending the results of the second Phase 3 trial which is now underway

Host: Dr David Lim | Total time: 40 mins

Guest: Rick Doblin, Founder and Executive Director; the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)

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Refer all suspected food allergies to an allergy specialist, err on the side of caution.

Do not investigate with a broad panel of food before referral

Refer patients and parents of children with confirmed food allergies to Allergy and Anaphylaxis Australia as there is so much they need to learn and know

Be familiar with the management of anaphylaxis and the use of the Epipen and Anapen devices

Update the ASCIA action plan with every prescription of Epipen or Anapen and check their technique

Make sure those patients who also have asthma have their asthma treatment optimised and an updated asthma action plan

Host: Dr David Lim | Total time: 40 mins

Guest: Dr Wendy Freeman, General Practitioner and Health Educator, Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia; Allergy department, Royal Melbourne Hospital; Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI)

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Very helpful tips and practical management advice on libido issues, including:

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Host: Dr David Lim | Total time: 40 mins

Guest: Dr Michael Lowy, Men’s Health Physician; Double Bay Specialist Suites; lecturer, University of NSW, Notre Dame University, Sydney University and Family Planning NSW

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There is a metabolic abnormality underlying Alzheimer's Disease

Understanding this is crucial as lifestyle modification and dietary management for mild, moderate AD

Since we do not have effective disease-modifying agents for AD, then addressing and managing the metabolic abnormalities upstream may be of greater benefit

 

Host: Dr David Lim | Total time: 22 mins

Guest: Dr Roger Clarnette, Geriatrician; Medical Director, Clinical Trials Division; Consultant Physician, Department of Community and Geriatric Medicine, Fremantle Hospital and Health Service

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In this Healthed lecture, gastroenterologist, Prof Finlay Macrae AO explains that approximately 1.5% of Australians suffer from coeliac disease and 1 in 4 people report avoiding wheat or gluten for several reasons. Despite best efforts to maintain a strict gluten-free diet, accidental ingestion of gluten is a common issue affecting the majority of patients, resulting in unpleasant symptoms and ongoing damage. Recent research showed the quality of life of patients following a strict gluten-free diet is sub-optimal, with concerning low scores for emotional quality.

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In this Healthed lecture, gynaecologist, A/Prof John Eden provides a valuable update on what's currently available to treat symptomatic menopause and how to work out the best option for each individual woman.

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In this Healthed lecture, Director, NCIRS - Prof Kristine Macartney provided an overview of the current data on vaccine effectiveness and the need for 3rd doses. Safety information including risk for myopericarditis following mRNA vaccines, including Moderna will also be covered. The next steps on vaccinating children is explained, and what "Living with COVID" will also be explored.

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In this Healthed lecture, dermatologist, Clinical A/Prof Kurt Gebauer presents a series of case studies with emphasis on treatments that target both the physical and psychological manifestations of the condition, to not only effectively treat this very common skin disease but also to take a holistic approach and manage the disease's psychological fall-out as well.

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