Ozempic® Approved by TGA for Chronic Kidney Disease in Type 2 Diabetes Patients
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved Ozempic® (semaglutide 1.0 mg) for reducing the risk of kidney disease progression in Australians with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD). This label expansion marks a significant step in addressing the growing burden of CKD, which affects an estimated 330,000 Australians…
Seniors Club Cumberland demonstrates how councils can support diverse elderly communities.
In recognition of Aged Care Employee Day on 7 August 2025, Cumberland City Council is highlighting the valuable contributions of the Seniors & Disability Services team and the success of their Seniors Club Cumberland project. Through their dedication to improving the well-being and quality of life for Cumberland’s seniors, the…
Increased rain is putting drivers’ vision to the test.
With a rainy period predicted for many parts of Australia over the coming months, Optometrists are urging drivers to ensure their eye test schedules and glasses prescriptions are up to date amidst research suggesting low visibility can increase the risk of an accident by at least 30 per cent. Sadly, the Australian road…
Climate change linked to dangerous sleep apnea
Sleep apnea will become more common and more severe due to global warming, leading to increased health and economic burdens across the globe, warn Flinders University sleep experts. A new study, published in leading journal, Nature Communications, found that rising temperatures increase the severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and that under…
Nominations Now Open for the 2025 Australian Mental Health Prize.
Despite improvements in mental health, urgent challenges to help those in need still remain. That’s the overwhelming sentiment from some of Australia’s leading mental health experts. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the highly regarded Australian Mental Health Prize. As nominations open for the 2025 prize, leading mental health…
Australian of the year nominations now open.
The National Australia Day Council invites all Australians to nominate outstanding individuals for the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards by 31 July 2025. Now is your chance to spotlight the extraordinary Australians among us – the local legends and changemakers whose efforts have significantly enriched our communities. Your Nomination Finds The…