First-of-its-kind inquiry launched into women’s pain The investigation aims to overhaul Australia’s ‘old-fashioned attitudes towards women’, in a bid to improve healthcare and reduce stigma.
GPs encouraged to make the most of Irish connection One doctor's early medical years in Australia – and subsequent return decades later – have pushed him to urge others to follow.
‘Pregnancy cures endometriosis’ myth persists More than half of all women in a new study said they were advised to have a baby to treat their symptoms, labelling it ‘a nightmare’.
RACGP hails 60-day dispensing meeting Representatives from both sides of the contentious reform met last week to hash out differences and ensure patients are put first.
Medicine reforms save patients $250 million: Health Minister The past 12 months have brought a raft of changes to 60-day dispensing, the PBS, and bulk billing, but the sector is still crying out for funding.
Senate menopause inquiry called Members of the Upper House will look into the health and economic effect of perimenopause and menopause.
Consider MHT for bones: New menopause guideline Almost a decade in the making, a toolkit refresh is the first to include advice on prescribing hormone therapy specifically for bone health.
Online menopause registry launches The Australian-first initiative was designed to created tangible improvements to women’s healthcare, shedding a light on the hidden condition.
‘Confused and unwell’: Light exposure’s impact on mental health While too much night-time light can have adverse effects, more during the day could improve mood and wellbeing, world-first research finds.
Virtual care piloted for pregnant women A new program has launched to urgently connect those with symptoms of pregnancy loss to a midwife, but GPs say they need to be kept in the loop.