Understanding the role of patient communication protocols in sexually transmissible infections point-of-care testing among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities: a qualitative study.

Background Untreated sexually transmissible infections (STIs) such as Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae can lead to serious health issues, including pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility in women, increased HIV risk, and emotional distress. Timely testing and treatment are crucial for reducing transmission. Australia's STI Management Guidelines recommend regular STI testing every 6-12months for sexually active individuals aged 15-35 years in high-prevalence, remote areas.

Salidroside and exercise performance in healthy active young adults - an exploratory, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.

Background: Rhodiola rosea extract is purported to improve physical performance and support resilience to stress. Salidroside is considered to be one of the main constituents responsible for the ergogenic actions of R. rosea.

The resurgence of syphilis in Australia.

Background: Syphilis infections have been increasing in Australia over the past decade. This phenomenon has been associated with a re-emergence of congenital syphilis.

Objective: The aim of this article is to describe recent epidemiological trends of syphilis infection in Australia, including demographics in which infection rates are rising, such as women of reproductive age.

Equity in Access: A Mixed Methods Exploration of the National Disability Insurance Scheme Access Program for the Kimberley Region, Western Australia.

This study explored the process and early outcomes of work undertaken by a program to increase Aboriginal people's awareness of, and access to, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). This 'Access Program' was implemented through the Aboriginal Community Controlled Sector in the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia. Access Program staff were interviewed to explore the strengths, challenges, and future directions of the program.