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06 April 2021

How medical terminology sways patients' surgery decisions

Doctors' descriptions of medical conditions can encourage patients to opt for surgery when other treatment options are available, our researchers write.
06 April 2021

Review raises questions about paracetamol as a common pain reliever

The largest review of paracetamol for pain relief, led by University of Sydney, found only four conditions where it was shown to relieve pain and confirmed paracetamol was ineffective for low back pain despite its common use.

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