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A safe and healthy workforce is the backbone of any successful organisation. One powerful way to prevent workplace injuries and create a secure environment is implementing a pre-employment medical assessment process. These screenings help identify potential health risks early, ensuring new hires are fit for their roles and can perform their duties safely. By making […]

Among the recent wave of new weight loss medications, a GLP-1 receptor agonist has now gained approval from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) for an additional indication. This medication belongs to the GLP-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) class, which mimics a hormone in the body that plays a key role in promoting satiety and helping

Q Fever: A Global Disease with a Distinct Australian Connection Q Fever is a zoonotic disease found globally, primarily transmitted through airborne particles. Cattle, sheep, and goats are the most common reservoirs of the bacteria responsible for this infection. The disease typically presents with flu-like symptoms, which can range from mild to severe. Although a

Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) is a viral disease that has been around for many decades, but we are seeing a resurgence in cases in the past few years and in places where there was previously no transmission. The WHO has declared mpox to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern due to ongoing

  Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a highly contagious bacterial infection caused by Bordetella pertussis. Australia’s robust childhood vaccination program has significantly reduced the incidence of this disease; however, the need for booster doses remains vital, especially for adults. This is particularly relevant for individuals who interact with new families or travel frequently. The Australian