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This issue explores topics themed broadly around the ‘head and neck’ – from the common allergic rhinitis to the uncommon sensorineural hearing loss, along with a range of other important subjects.
Clinical
This paper discusses the clinical assessment, investigation and management of allergic rhinitis.
This paper is a guide to the assessment, evaluation and management of clinical presentations after parotid surgery.
This article offers a framework to optimise patient care and improve outcomes in patients with sudden sensorineural hearing loss.
This study evaluates the literature and guidelines for recommencement of oral anticoagulation for patients post intracerebral haemorrhage.
This article discusses the assessment and management of epiphora in the primary care setting.
Research
This study aims to identify the most prevalent pathogens implicated in otitis externa and examines the effects of variable factors.
This article summarises the evidence-based management of nausea in advanced cancer.
This article guides clinicians in risk stratification, treatment decisions and referral pathways for common male genital skin conditions.
This review discusses an evidence-based approach to managing renal and adrenal masses.
This article discusses approaches to preserve quality of life for patients with end-stage chronic limb-threatening ischaemia.
This article discusses the role of general practice in the care of cancer survivors and provides recommendations for cancer survivorship care planning.
Case Study
In this case study, a child aged 20 months presents with pubic hair growth and clitoromegaly.
In this case study, a woman aged 72 years presents with abdominal discomfort and difficulty in micturition and defecation.
This study assesses the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary efficacy of a Medicare type 2 diabetes group exercise and education intervention for older adults.
This study investigates Australian general practitioners’ perception of modifiable risk factors in patients with end-stage osteoarthritis.
This article evaluates the feasibility of a stepwise breathlessness diagnostic algorithm.
This study provides insights into risky alcohol consumption in middle-aged Australian women and their use of primary healthcare services.
The article studies the association between metrics of preparation with accreditation performance outcomes.
This study reviews 44 articles from three academic databases on direct-to-consumer telemedicine services within primary care.
This article investigates skin health in urban-living Aboriginal children and young people presenting to primary care.
Professional
This article discusses the significant role of medical certificates in patient care.
This paper discusses professional identity formation for general practitioners in family medicine residency.
This article summarises the background and benefits of community HealthPathways, and offers tips on using this tool.
This paper uses a case vignette to present a psychological perspective on bullying and harassment in a general practice context.