http://www.nps.org.au en-au Latest tools and information about medicines, health conditions and medical tests from NPS Medicinewise Copyright 2012 NPS Medicinewise Health/Medicines http://www.nps.org.au/__data/assets/image/0011/167159/RSSlogo.png http://www.nps.org.au The Warfarin Dose Tracker is intended to support your professional conversations with people taking warfarin, or their carers, and has been extensively tested with warfarin takers and their carers, and was enthusiastically received. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:04:24 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/new-hubs/conditions/stroke/for-health-professionals/for-your-patients/warfarin-dose-tracker2 http://www.nps.org.au/new-hubs/conditions/stroke/for-health-professionals/for-your-patients/warfarin-dose-tracker2 Handy tips to help you understand medical tests and test results, with questions to ask your doctor. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:30:21 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/publications/consumer/medicines-talk/latest-issue/medical-tests-whats-the-score http://www.nps.org.au/publications/consumer/medicines-talk/latest-issue/medical-tests-whats-the-score Travelling is great for your health: you’re physically active, and have time for rest and relaxation. Read how to prepare yourself for the journey ahead. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:16:27 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/publications/consumer/medicines-talk/latest-issue/stay-well-on-the-road http://www.nps.org.au/publications/consumer/medicines-talk/latest-issue/stay-well-on-the-road Information about one-to-one educational visits offered to GPs by NPS MedicineWise Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/professional-development/nps-facilitator-visits http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/professional-development/nps-facilitator-visits Lead the team of health professionals to success. Communicate to various stakeholders. Great staff benefits! Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/careers/job-opportunities/current/design-development-manager http://www.nps.org.au/careers/job-opportunities/current/design-development-manager Otitis media is a common ear infection that often happens after a respiratory tract infection (RTI) like a cold or a throat infection. Learn more about otitis media here. Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/ear-nose-mouth-and-throat-disorders/ear-nose-and-throat-infections/ear-infection-middle http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/ear-nose-mouth-and-throat-disorders/ear-nose-and-throat-infections/ear-infection-middle Low vaccination rates increase risk of disease outbreaks. Good communication ensures maximal immunisation uptake and GPs are vitally important to this process. Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-direct/latest-issue/vaccination-communication http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-direct/latest-issue/vaccination-communication What prescribers and pharmacists can do to help ensure antibiotics are taken as intended and help contain antibiotic resistance. Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-direct/latest-issue/duration-of-antibiotic-therapy http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-direct/latest-issue/duration-of-antibiotic-therapy The board and staff of NPS MedicineWise congratulate our CEO Dr Lynn Weekes on receiving an award in the 2013 Queen’s Birthday honours. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 19:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/media-centre/media-releases/repository/Order-of-Australia-honours-for-NPS-MedicineWise-CEO-Dr-Lynn-Weekes http://www.nps.org.au/media-centre/media-releases/repository/Order-of-Australia-honours-for-NPS-MedicineWise-CEO-Dr-Lynn-Weekes Our guest GP blogger, Dr Gerry, asks middle-aged men to think of a health check-up in the same way as getting their car’ serviced. While most people understand the value of a major service to their vehicle, men may be reluctant to treat their health the same way… Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/publications/consumer/medicinewise-living/2013/mens-health-is-it-time-for-your-100,000-km-service http://www.nps.org.au/publications/consumer/medicinewise-living/2013/mens-health-is-it-time-for-your-100,000-km-service Do you enjoy being surrounded by talented individuals? Enjoy working in a diverse and dynamic environment? Fancy a great role with work life balance? Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/careers/job-opportunities/current/senoir-graphic-designer http://www.nps.org.au/careers/job-opportunities/current/senoir-graphic-designer Rivaroxaban (Xarelto) is PBS listed as an alternative to parenteral anticoagulation with heparin and dose-adjusted warfarin for treatment of DVT and prevention of VTE recurrence. Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-radar/latest-issue/rivaroxaban-dvt-vte http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-radar/latest-issue/rivaroxaban-dvt-vte Complex factors are associated with prostate cancer testing. Current evidence is insufficient to determine if early detection and treatment can improve disease outcomes or cancer mortality. Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-direct/latest-issue/test-for-prostate-cancer http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-direct/latest-issue/test-for-prostate-cancer In light of more evidence of an increased risk of cancer associated with computed tomography (CT) scan in childhood or adolescence, NPS MedicineWise is advising parents that the overall risk is small and that health professionals will only consider medical imaging when it is justified Thu, 06 Jun 2013 19:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/media-centre/media-releases/repository/Five-questions-for-parents-to-ask-about-medical-imaging http://www.nps.org.au/media-centre/media-releases/repository/Five-questions-for-parents-to-ask-about-medical-imaging Passionate about healthcare? Thrive in a diverse operational environment? Want to take on a new opportunity? Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/careers/job-opportunities/current/clinical-engagement-coordinator http://www.nps.org.au/careers/job-opportunities/current/clinical-engagement-coordinator All medicines contain active and inactive ingredients. The inactive ingredients (also called excipients) are needed as fillers, binders, sweeteners and coatings. Find out more. Wed, 05 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/publications/consumer/medicines-talk/latest-issue/medicine-ingredients http://www.nps.org.au/publications/consumer/medicines-talk/latest-issue/medicine-ingredients Be responsible for development of print and online content for health professional audience. Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/careers/job-opportunities/current/medical-writer-for-health-professionals http://www.nps.org.au/careers/job-opportunities/current/medical-writer-for-health-professionals This months Australian Prescriber covers many topics Mon, 03 Jun 2013 19:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/media-centre/media-releases/repository/June-edition-of-Australian-Prescriber-out-now http://www.nps.org.au/media-centre/media-releases/repository/June-edition-of-Australian-Prescriber-out-now At least four in every ten Australians over the age of 65 are taking a cholesterol-lowering medicine, with statins such as atorvastatin, simvastatin and rosuvastatin the most commonly prescribed. However, according to an article in the June edition of Australian Prescriber, the risk of side effects in frail elderly people may outweigh the benefits of continuing on a statin Mon, 03 Jun 2013 19:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/media-centre/media-releases/repository/Cholesterol-lowering-medicines-in-elderly-people-side-effects-may-outweigh-benefits http://www.nps.org.au/media-centre/media-releases/repository/Cholesterol-lowering-medicines-in-elderly-people-side-effects-may-outweigh-benefits Acute lower back pain is a common problem. It will affect four out of five Australians at some time in their lives. It can last up to three months, but most people feel better in a few days or weeks. Mon, 03 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/nervous-system-problems/pain/for-individuals/pain-conditions/low-back-pain/for-individuals/pain_back_acute_low http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/nervous-system-problems/pain/for-individuals/pain-conditions/low-back-pain/for-individuals/pain_back_acute_low