The usefulness of modern point-of-care tests for group A streptococci (GAS) is determined by the presence of carriers of GAS.

Scabies, an under-appreciated global health concern, needs to be considered in the differential of any pruritic cutaneous dermatoses.

A case presentation of lower limb rash with purpura below the knee.

This article aims to provide Australian general practitioners with an overview of Japanese encephalitis virus, given its recent expansion, and the potential for sustained endemicity.

This article looks at how the cascade of care for tuberculosis infection screening and treatment have been implemented in primary care settings globally.

International travel is resuming, but the COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed the context in terms of regulation, risks and models of travel.

Hepatitis C virus treatment uptake varies by geographic area in Australia. This study investigated treatment completion according to remoteness, as well as demographic and clinical characteristics.

A male aged 16 years presented to the emergency department with a three-day history of oral ulceration involving the lips that was associated with skin and genital lesions.

Skin lesions may provide a clue to diagnosis in a patient with persistent fever and history of recent travel.

Syphilis is a great mimicker and should not be forgotten as a differential diagnosis of erythematous scaly rashes.

This study shows the importance of health screening for new arrival refugees, including screening for infectious diseases, nutritional and vitamin deficiencies, chronic disease and mental health.

An updated overview of Burkholderia pseudomallei, the causative agent of melioidosis, including epidemiology, risk factors for infection, spectrum of clinical disease, diagnosis and management.

This case study discusses the differential diagnoses and appropriate tests and investigations for a man aged 32 years with bilateral optic disc swelling.

Strategies to improve the implementation of muscle health assessment and management in general practice.

This issue explores ‘old’ infectious diseases (scabies, syphilis), ‘new’ infectious diseases (CJD, COVID-19), and medical advances such as RSV prevention products and point-of-care testing.