AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCancer Research Loss: Former Australian of the Year and melanoma pathologist Professor Richard Scolyer has died aged 59 after a long battle with aggressive glioblastoma, leaving a legacy of immunotherapy-led treatment pathways and a public record of his journey. Sleep Safety: A Flinders University-led trial warns low-dose quetiapine (often used off-label for sleep) can worsen next-day reaction speed and breathing performance, raising driving and safety concerns. Men’s Health & Loneliness: A grassroots “Men’s Table” program is tackling male loneliness by creating structured, private monthly conversations over meals, aiming to improve social connection and wellbeing. Indoor Air Quality: A new consumer guide highlights how dust, mould and fumes can build up indoors—especially in older or rented homes—and what simple checks to do before repainting. Honours & Health Leadership: The King’s Birthday Honours recognise multiple Australians for community and health-related service, including medical research and violence prevention advocates. Lung Transplant Urgency: Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been placed on a lung transplant waiting list as her condition deteriorates, with duties suspended pending treatment.
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