Make breast density reporting mandatory: RANZCR The radiologist body is calling for an expansion of mammogram services, and a GP expert agrees it will help patients make more informed choices.
Provider Connect Australia: Why we should all get on board Dr Rob Hosking explains the benefits GPs can expect from future enhancements to the service.
‘It’s never too early’: Dementia diagnosis in the spotlight SPONSORED: A dementia diagnosis can be difficult for patients and GPs alike, but early interventions are proving key to improving lives.
GPs’ role in early detection of oral cancer now easier A new CPD activity aims to upskill GPs in prevention counselling, early identification and referral pathways for the cancer.
Improving neuroendocrine cancer care amongst GPs SPONSORED: The disease is more prevalent than ovarian and brain cancer, but many medical professionals still don’t know the symptoms.
Study calls for population-wide genomic screening Expanded testing for three genetic conditions could save lives and money, Monash University research suggests.
Landmark Australian Cancer Plan hailed as ‘a new era’ GPs are expected to play a major role in a new 10-year blueprint Cancer Australia says will transform care across the country.
In Practice: NDIS information sessions The NDIA is running online information sessions throughout November to help GPs navigate changes to the early childhood approach.
Age drop for bowel cancer screening endorsed The NHMRC has approved guidelines to widen the age of bowel cancer screening, although the Federal Government is yet to sign off the change.
More paperwork would drive 94% to private billing: Poll The newsGP survey results follow a move by Services Australia to introduce extra bureaucracy for bulk billed telehealth.