Background Gout is a common chronic inflammatory disorder due to monosodium urate
deposition, which results in severe inflammatory arthritis. It is particularly common in those of …

Issue addressed We currently know very little about the attitudes of young adult Australians
from migrant backgrounds towards health service utilisation. This qualitative study aimed to …

We read with interest Spinelli et al.'s study identifying risk factors for HIV acquisition in
patients who use HIV Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) inconsistently [1]. We concur with …

Background Eleven percent of people living with HIV in Australia remain unaware of their
diagnosis, and there are missed opportunities for HIV testing in priority settings in New …

Background Heart failure (HF) has become a major cause of morbidity and mortality
worldwide. Despite significant improvements in the management of HF, the overall …

The chapter will discuss the impact on Australia's population as a result of ageing and the
impact that has on the healthcare system and social determinants of health for Australians …

Background Transmitted human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) drug resistance
(TDR) is an important contributor to antiretroviral treatment failure, and is associated with …

This discussion paper provides a brief literature review into disadvantage in regional
Victoria as a background to Infrastructure Victoria's deliberations about 30 year priorities. It is …