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Practice-based research networks: What they are and why Australia needs them

Practice-based research networks: What they are and why Australia needs them

24/08/2023

A PBRN is a collaborative learning community of academics and primary care clinicians, formed to generate, disseminate and integrate new knowledge in order to improve patient outcomes.


On death and dying

On death and dying

28/07/2023

Because death is one of life’s only certainties, as ‘specialists in life’ it is imperative for GPs to appreciate the multifaceted nature of death.


Role of men’s sexual and reproductive health clinics in decreasing health inequalities

Role of men’s sexual and reproductive health clinics in decreasing health inequalities

03/07/2023

Dedicated men’s sexual and reproductive health clinics have the potential to improve health outcomes for men by overcoming barriers to healthcare and engaging men in healthcare services.


What does the medical system do wrongly when we treat vulvovaginal complaints?

What does the medical system do wrongly when we treat vulvovaginal complaints?

01/07/2023

Issues that need addressing include the avoidance of empirical treatment, training in diagnostic methods, patient education, better menopause management and accurate management of yeast infections.


Misconceptions regarding dairy intake around thyroxine administration in pregnant and postpartum women

Misconceptions regarding dairy intake around thyroxine administration in pregnant and postpartum women

01/06/2023

Hypothyroidism requiring T4 replacement is common in pregnancy. Prescribers should be aware that there are no specific concerns about dairy intake with T4.


New frontiers in the management of dyslipidaemia: Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin 9 inhibitors and small interfering ribonucleic acid

New frontiers in the management of dyslipidaemia: Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin 9 inhibitors and small interfering ribonucleic acid

01/06/2023

This paper provides a summary of the evidence supporting the use of PCSK9 inhibitors and siRNA, with relevant recommendations from consensus guidelines.


A practical guide to statistics for general practice

A practical guide to statistics for general practice

01/05/2023

This article aims to provide a practical guide to interpreting common medical statistics encountered in general practice through two case studies.


Universal screening for familial hypercholesterolaemia in newborns: Time for general practice to contribute

Universal screening for familial hypercholesterolaemia in newborns: Time for general practice to contribute

29/03/2023

Familial hypercholesterolaemia, an autosomal dominant genetic condition, affects one in 250 people in Australia. Universal genetic screening of newborns for FH should be provided in Australia.


Shared decision making in prostate cancer screening: An update

Shared decision making in prostate cancer screening: An update

18/02/2023

Developments in the diagnosis of prostate cancer to highlight the advances for primary care physicians to facilitate the shared decision-making process.


Making informed decisions about prostate cancer testing: Locally tailored factsheets on the burden of prostate cancer in Australia

Making informed decisions about prostate cancer testing: Locally tailored factsheets on the burden of prostate cancer in Australia

18/02/2023

A summary of local prostate cancer resources available to the general population and healthcare practitioners to support shared decision-making discussions.


Recruiting general practitioners into primary care research: What works

Recruiting general practitioners into primary care research: What works

25/01/2023

Research-ready general practitioners and practices would make general practice an ideal environment to conduct research relevant to the patients GPs serve.


Indications for commencing aspirin for the prevention of pregnancy-induced hypertension and pre-eclampsia spectrum disorders

Indications for commencing aspirin for the prevention of pregnancy-induced hypertension and pre-eclampsia spectrum disorders

03/10/2022

Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy are a leading cause of maternal, fetal and neonatal morbidity.


Allopurinol for gout: Consider the case for limited <i>HLA-B*5801</i> screening

Allopurinol for gout: Consider the case for limited HLA-B*5801 screening

03/10/2022

Although rare, allopurinol-induced severe cutaneous adverse reactions and allopurinol hypersensitivity syndrome have significant morbidity and mortality consequences.


Prevention of the spread of respiratory viruses such as SARS-CoV-2 can also prevent cardiovascular deaths

Prevention of the spread of respiratory viruses such as SARS-CoV-2 can also prevent cardiovascular deaths

01/09/2022

Recent data have shown that SARS-CoV-2 infection is a specific risk factor for a subsequent cardiovascular event, including death.


Embedding primary healthcare professionals as consumers in cancer research development

Embedding primary healthcare professionals as consumers in cancer research development

01/08/2022

It is essential to involve primary healthcare professionals as stakeholders in the development of research questions and study design to ensure relevance and feasibility.

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