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The importance of consistent advice during a pandemic: An analysis of Australian advice regarding personal protective equipment in healthcare settings during COVID-19

The importance of consistent advice during a pandemic: An analysis of Australian advice regarding personal protective equipment in healthcare settings during COVID-19

29/05/2020

Lessons from previous pandemics emphasise the importance of consistent information and advice for healthcare workers, particularly regarding their use of personal protective equipment.


A simulation training course for family medicine residents in China managing COVID-19

A simulation training course for family medicine residents in China managing COVID-19

29/05/2020

A simulation module was designed to provide a safe training environment for medical staff to comprehensively practise their skills when managing COVID-19.


The diabetic foot ulcer

The diabetic foot ulcer

01/05/2020

Diabetic foot ulcers are associated with significant morbidity and mortality and can subsequently lead to hospitalisation and lower limb amputation if not recognised and treated in a timely manner.


Lower limb

Lower limb

30/04/2020

The Focus articles in this month's issue discuss conditions affecting the lower limbs, including peripheral artery disease, diabetic foot ulcers, paediatric pes planus and various skin conditions.


Diabetic foot – A global health challenge

Diabetic foot – A global health challenge

30/04/2020

Diabetic foot remains a global public health challenge and is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality.


Peripheral artery disease in the lower limbs: The importance of secondary risk prevention for improved long-term prognosis

Peripheral artery disease in the lower limbs: The importance of secondary risk prevention for improved long-term prognosis

30/04/2020

A greater emphasis on cardiovascular risk factor modification for all patients with peripheral artery disease is required to improve long-term outcomes.


A guide to the management of paediatric pes planus

A guide to the management of paediatric pes planus

30/04/2020

Paediatric pes planus treatment has long been a contentious topic, with a lack of clarity in the literature regarding which children require treatment and the efficacy of intervention.


The important role of general practice in the care of cancer survivors

The important role of general practice in the care of cancer survivors

30/04/2020

In addition to a role in cancer surveillance, GPs have key roles in the management of comorbid illness, secondary prevention, health promotion, self-management promotion and coordination of care.


A ‘call for help’ list for Australian general practice registrars

A ‘call for help’ list for Australian general practice registrars

30/04/2020

The use of high-risk checklists by supervisors varies widely, and training practices are not routinely monitored to ensure registrars are appropriately supervised for high-risk encounters.


Mathematics for medical practitioners and patients: Understanding how vaccines work for the community

Mathematics for medical practitioners and patients: Understanding how vaccines work for the community

30/04/2020

Vaccine acceptance does not necessarily indicate the absence of hesitancy, and understanding the mathematical basis behind immunisation scheduling may help address these concerns.


Supporting general practitioners and practice staff after a patient suicide: A proposal for the development of a guideline for general practice

Supporting general practitioners and practice staff after a patient suicide: A proposal for the development of a guideline for general practice

30/04/2020

This guideline fills a gap in the existing general practice literature relating to suicide.


National Osteoarthritis Strategy brief report: Prevention of osteoarthritis

National Osteoarthritis Strategy brief report: Prevention of osteoarthritis

30/04/2020

The lack of implementable policies that promote osteoarthritis prevention exposes Australians and the public health system to an enormous burden.


An approach to neck masses in adults

An approach to neck masses in adults

26/04/2020

All neck masses should be considered malignant until proven otherwise.


The older patient presenting with itch and a recent medication change

The older patient presenting with itch and a recent medication change

26/04/2020

Two patients presented with a history of widespread itch with blisters (bullae).


Trouble afoot: A review of common skin conditions of the feet and nails

Trouble afoot: A review of common skin conditions of the feet and nails

22/04/2020

A number of common skin disorders have an altered and challenging appearance when arising on the foot.

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