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CAR T-cell therapy is an immunotherapy which can cure patients with aggressive blood cancers. However, until now, it hadn't been proven effective against solid tumours. Researchers have used gene editing techniques to arm CAR T-cells with extra proteins, to target these tumours. References Rewiring endogenous genes in CAR T cells for tumour-restricted payload delivery - Nature…
We might need an update to first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, according to some experts. In Australia metformin is the first-line treatment, with drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors considered a second-line approach if needed. They work by increasing glucose excretion in the urine. In the United States it’s common to use them as first-line treatment alongside metformin. Is that the right approach? Guest/s Dr Ted Wu , endocrinologist and director of the diabetes centre at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney…
Years after pinpointing a faulty protein in the brains of patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, researchers have made another breakthrough. The team at the University of Sydney was able to target this SOD1 protein with a drug treatment in mice. They observed a “dramatic” improvement in their motor skills. Now comes the tricky task of figuring out how to target the SOD1 protein safely in humans, paving the way for a potential treatment to slow progression. Guest/s Professor Kay Double , Brain and Mind Centre at the University of Sydney References Copper supplementation mitigates Parkinson-like wild-type SOD1 pathology and nigrostriatal degeneration in a novel mouse model…
For close to 50 years, a type of immunotherapy called Bacillus Calmette–Guerin (BCG) therapy has been used to treat early-stage bladder cancer. It’s still the regimen of choice, but a new study has indicated that combining BCG with a chemotherapy drug might be better for some. It could also go some way to addressing a global shortage of BCG, because it requires fewer doses of the immunotherapy. Guest/s Professor Dickon Hayne , head of urology at Fiona Stanley Hospital in Perth and leader of urological research at the University of Western Australia References Mitomycin + BCG as Adjuvant Intravesical Therapy for High-Risk Non–muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer: A Randomized Phase 3 Trial…
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is taking Atlus, Mamamia and Newscorp's News Life Media to court, accusing them of advertising medicinal cannabis. Also for the first time in a decade, guidelines for the screening and diagnosis of gestational diabetes have been updated. And more information revealed about the Monash IVF debacle. References Atlus, Mamamia and News Life Media face court for alleged unlawful advertising of medicinal cannabis Australasian Diabetes in Pregnancy Society (ADIPS) 2025 consensus recommendations for the screening, diagnosis and classification of gestational diabetes How the most human of errors led to a woman giving birth to a stranger's baby - the Age…
A national lung cancer screening program begins in July, targeting high-risk people without symptoms. This includes people aged between 50 and 70 years who are currently smoking or have quit in the past 10 years. But could it be expanded in future to include people without a history of smoking? Guest/s Professor Alvin Ing , Respiratory Medicine at Macquarie University References National Lung Cancer Screening Program - Department of Health…
When available treatments weren't working on Paul’s dog Rosie, he decided to take matters into his own hands. As the owner of an AI company he was able to use software that enabled him to pinpoint a mutation that might be key to Rosie's cancer. He hopes it will lead to treatment that extends her life, but while experts in the field are impressed, they say the story is much more complex. Guest/s Paul Conyngham, dog owner Dr Kate Michie , a structural biologist at the University of New South Wales Associate Professor Peter Bennett , veterinary oncology at the University of Melbourne References Paul is using AI to fight his dog's incurable cancer - UNSW…
Guidelines have recently changed to recommend more regular testing for syphilis throughout pregnancy, regardless of sexual acitivity. Cases in the community are on the rise, and the consequences of an infection during pregnancy can be life-threatening to the baby. Guest/s Professor Marcus Chen , a specialist at Melbourne Sexual Health Centre and researcher at Monash University References Syphilis – CDNA National Guidelines for Public Health Units Syphilis data from the Kirby Institute at UNSW…
Gay or bisexual men and transgender women who have sex with men will be able to give blood or plasma under changes introduced by Lifeblood. Also, a report digs into the high fees and long wait times most people face when going to see a specialist doctor. References Lifeblood announces changes to sexual activity rules for blood and plasma donation Special treatment: Improving Australians’ access to specialist care - Grattan Institute National Immunisation Strategy for Australia 2025–2030…
The way a doctor talks to you about your osteoarthritis can go on to impact how much pain you feel as a result. A pilot program has offered people pain education alongside exercise therapy, to address unhelpful pain beliefs. It was hoped this education would help people push through initial pain flares and achieve their exercise goals. Guest/s Peter Ninnes, study participant Associate Professor Tasha Stanton , clinical pain neuroscientist at the University of South Australia References The EPIPHA-KNEE trial: Explaining Pain to target unhelpful pain beliefs to Increase PHysical Activity in KNEE osteoarthritis – a protocol for a multicentre, randomised controlled trial with clinical- and cost-effectiveness analysis…
Couples can unknowingly be carriers for genetic conditions, even though there are tests available to reveal recessive traits before conceiving. Medicare covers genetic carrier screening for cystic fibrosis (CF), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and fragile X syndrome (FXS). However advocates are calling for subsidies to cover more conditions, so parents can be well informed. Guest/s Rachael Casella, advocate and founder of Mackenzie's Mission Professor Edwin Kirk , genetic pathologist at NSW Health Pathology References Mackenzie's Mission Nationwide, Couple-Based Genetic Carrier Screening - NEJM Unlocking the secrets of your DNA - the Health Report…
Scavenger species play a role in cleaning up towns, scavenging on the animal waste that people have thrown away. New research has shown apex scavengers, large and specialised scavengers, are declining because of human behaviour. And it's putting our health at risk. One reason is that more humans and livestock become exposed to carcases. The other is that smaller scavengers, like rodents and feral dogs, come in to fill the gap, carrying their own diseases. Guest/s Chinmay Sonawane , PhD student at Stanford University References Global decline of apex scavengers threatens human health Public health and economic benefits of spotted hyenas Crocuta crocuta in a peri-urban system…
A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.au References What's gone wrong with cannabis prescribing? Should we be worried about for-profit radiology?
For the second time, Monash IVF has transferred the wrong embryo to a patient. It has led to the resignation of its CEO and prompted calls to tighten industry regulations. It also raises questions about the priorities of for-profit IVF clinics. Also, RFK Jr in the United States has made the unprecedented decision to overhaul the nation's vaccine advisory board, installing members known for peddling misinformation.…
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