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New rules for cosmetic injectables aim to make the industry safer. Will they work?

New rules for cosmetic injectables aim to make the industry safer. Will they work?

Guidelines say consultations must thoroughly assess whether a patient is suitable for a treatment. But someone under 18 can still get Botox without...

06.06.2025 5

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Christopher Rudge

Why do women get ‘reassurance scans’ during pregnancy? And how can you spot a dodgy provider?

Reassurance scans are marketed as a way to ‘give you peace of mind’ about your baby’s development. But often those doing the scans aren’t...

03.04.2025 10

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Christopher Rudge

What is sexsomnia? And how can it be used as a defence in court?

The rare sleep disorder has been used as a defence in several recent sexual assault cases.

05.02.2025 10

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How old’s too old to be a doctor? Why GPs and surgeons over 70 may need a health check to practise

A growing number of complaints against older doctors has prompted the Medical Board of Australia to announce today that it’s reviewing how doctors...

07.08.2024 2

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Christopher Rudge