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Spinal cord stimulators are electrical devices that are surgically implanted in the body to treat long-term pain. They have a battery pack and leads that deliver electrical impulses directly to the spinal cord. The devices are thought to work by providing electrical impulses that interfere with how the brain senses…

A pharmacology expert says the threat of cancer from sun exposure is far more serious than any potential negative effects from sunscreens

Last week, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) released its safety review of seven active ingredients commonly used in sunscreens.

In 2024 alone, Australia’s medicines regulator, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), authorised at least 979,000 prescription applications for medicinal cannabis through its specialised access pathways.

With Australia having one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, the consumer advocate group’s report left many worried and wondering about the brands they use

The Australian regulator admits it may have underestimated the extent of the side effects from vitamin B6 supplements

Australia’s drug approval system is under fire, with critics in the United States claiming it is too slow to approve life-saving medicines.

Australia's health-practitioner watchdog has released guidance for doctors prescribing medicinal cannabis, noting current data has raised "red flags".

Sunscreen manufacturers in the country may soon need to reformulate their products to add safeguards regarding two active ingredients.

Side effects from taking too much vitamin B6 – including nerve damage – may be more widespread than we think, Australia’s medicines regulator says.

People with neurodevelopmental disorder advised to contact their doctor while experts say alternative medications available