The aim of achieving equitable access to bulk billing for those living in rural and regional Victoria has not yet been met, and may be under increasing pressure.

Policies should promote training of GPs as part of the increasing workforce for mental healthcare.

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.

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.

This study investigated GPs attitudes to promoting and managing the sexual health of young men and showed a disparity of whether young men or GPs felt they were responsible in initiating the topic.

A case study examining an incidence of steroid-induced psychosis.

The article discusses the problem that extreme heat poses for mental health and to provide examples of how these problems can be anticipated and mitigated.

This article guides clinicians in risk stratification, treatment decisions and referral pathways for common male genital skin conditions.

Breast density is frequently reported in screening mammograms, which can result in discussions between patients and their GPs regarding its significance in cancer detection.

The introduction of mesh procedures for vaginal prolapse and incontinence was not managed well. Introduction of new devices or techniques must be accompanied by rigorous evaluation and ongoing audit.

Considering the use of risk prediction methodology for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Clinical trials and laboratory studies provide evidence of anxiolytic effects of cannabidiol in healthy volunteers and clinical populations.

Electronic health records have high potential to contribute to research and policy that benefits both individual patients and the broader community.

Ensuring general practitioners receive timely discharge medication information will enable them to safely continue the patient’s care in the community.

Maternal immunisation is playing an increasingly important part in improving maternal and neonatal health.