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Starting allopurinol in acute gout

This article was published in Medical Observer. The article is also available on the Medical Observer website (may need registration).

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Risky drinking: alcohol in general practice

I was interviewed and quoted in this article written by Bevan Wang, in the RACGP “Good Practice” magazine. (PDF)

Corticosteroid injections for tennis elbow

This article was published in Medical Observer. The article is also available on the Medical Observer website (may need registration).

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Common things are common – alcohol use disorders

This article was published in Australian Doctor in the “Grand Rounds” segment.  It was titled “Chasing zebras” in the print and online version. Authors: Alan Huynh and Michael Tam This article is also available on the Australian Doctor website (registration required).

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Health Check: I feel a bit sick, should I stay home or go to work?

The following general article was published in The Conversation. Health Check: I feel a bit sick, should I stay home or go to work? Michael Tam, UNSW Australia You wake up on a work day and feel under the weather. If you’re vomiting or have a fever, the decision to stay at home is probably clear …

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Pelargonium sidoides extract (Kaloba (R)) for the common cold

This article was published in Medical Observer. The article is also available on the Medical Observer website (may need registration).

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