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Why am I hearing about Cyclospora Infection (Cyclosporiasis) in the news? There is currently an outbreak of Cyclospora in USA. Cyclospora is an intestinal parasite that is known to cause gastroenteritis. The US Centre for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC) has confirmed over 6,700 cases (at the time of writing) of the Cyclospora parasite that causes diarrhoea, nausea and other... READ MORE

Is PCOS/PMOS associated with an increased risk of Cardiovascular Disease? The findings from a new Study (published 20 July 26) in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women’s Health concluded females diagnosed with PMOS have a ‘significantly higher’ incidence of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease events. The analysis of more than 2.4 million women in the United States, investigating... READ MORE

PCOS Is Now PMOS: Understanding the New Name, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment For many years, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) has been one of the most widely recognised hormonal conditions affecting women. Women searching online for information about PCOS may now encounter a new term: Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The move towards the term PMOS reflects a broader... READ MORE

Free FluMist® influenza vaccine for eligible children aged 2–17 at Crown St Medical Centre, Surry Hills. Bulk-billed appointments. Book online now and stay protected this Winter. Free FluMist® Influenza Vaccine for Children Aged 2–17 in Surry Hills Protect Your Child This Flu Season at Crown St Medical Centre Every winter, influenza (flu) causes thousands of Australians to become seriously... READ MORE