GPs have an integral role in the journey of patients with this surgically treated condition.

Nocturia is associated with significant morbidity and is likely to be a marker of poor health.

Female pattern hair loss can affect women of all ages with significant morbidity and may be the first sign of an underlying systemic condition.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia, the most common benign tumour in men, is generally initially assessed and managed by a general practitioner in the primary healthcare setting.

Global climate change is a major threat to public health in the 21st century, therefore an understanding of the consequences and the possible responses is vital.

The aim of this article is to provide an overview of the nonavalent HPV vaccine, the rationale for its use, and the updated dose scheduling requirements for HPV vaccine.

Preconception care addresses the biomedical, behavioural and social health of women and their partners prior to pregnancy, and has far-reaching benefits for mothers and children.

Australia has adopted innovative, evidence-based criteria for the inclusion of HPV NAT assays in the renewed NCSP.

Recurrent pregnancy loss, as defined by two or more pregnancy losses, affects <5% of couples and has a complex aetiology; management in conjunction with a specialised unit is recommended.

Diagnosis and effective management of gestational diabetes improve maternal and fetal outcomes, although controversies exist regarding diagnosis, treatment and long-term follow-up.

General practitioners are an integral part of the multidisciplinary team to help manage pelvic girdle pain.

Responding appropriately to a carer’s concerns about a child’s sexual behaviours can increase the likelihood of carer engagement with appropriate supports in cases requiring specialist intervention.

In the primary care setting, an understanding of stomas and their complications is important in providing appropriate care for these patients.

Gout is a common and well understood disease with patient and physician barriers to optimal care; practical suggestions to optimise care are outlined.

Managing cardiovascular risk factors is crucial for improving the overall survival of patients and the outcomes of future abdominal aortic aneurysm repair.