Monday’s medical myth: yoghurt cures thrush

The following article was published in The Conversation:

Monday’s medical myth: yoghurt cures thrush

By Michael Tam

Vaginal thrush, or “vulvovaginal candidiasis” is a common condition, with around three-quarters of women experiencing an episode in their lifetime.

Many readers may be familiar with the unpleasant symptoms of vaginal thrush – vaginal itching and burning, “cottage cheese” discharge with a yeasty smell, inflammation of the vagina and vulva, and pain while passing urine or having sex. Continue reading

Quoted in article on vitamin D in pregnancy

I was quoted on an article written by Carley Tonoli, an editor at The Conversation, titled “Experts urge caution on new pregnancy and vitamin D study”.

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Do calcium supplements increase the risk of myocardial infarction?

MO_Ca_supplementsThis article was published in Medical Observer.

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

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Absolute cardiovascular disease risk: Assessment and Early Intervention

This lecture revised for 2013 and was first delivered to medical students in the Phase 2: Society and Health term on 8 March 2013, at the University of New South Wales.

Monday’s medical myth: cranberry juice prevents bladder infections

The following article was published in The Conversation:

Monday’s medical myth: cranberry juice prevents bladder infections

By Michael Tam, University of New South Wales

You might eat them in a sauce alongside your Christmas turkey or drink them juiced, perhaps with a shot of vodka. But the sweet, tart cranberry is also well known as a remedy for preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs). Continue reading

Australian GP perceptions of at-risk drinking, and the role of the AUDIT-C [thesis]

coverThis is a printed version of my Master of Mental Health (General Practitioner) (Research) thesis, submitted to the New South Wales Institute of Psychiatry.

The full electronic copy can be read by clicking on the “Preview” button.  A printed hard copy can be ordered through Lulu.com.

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