Setting the benchmark for diabetes prevention and management The RACGP’s updated resource provides comprehensive guidance for primary care teams and outlines emerging challenges in the field of diabetes.
Pandemic results in nearly 100,000 fewer GP visits, MBS data reveals Concerns over coronavirus and burdening the health system have seen people put off consultations and tests for management of chronic illnesses.
Shortage of diabetes medicine raises larger questions There are concerns over a TGA notice that allows pharmacists to substitute metformin XR 500 mg without consulting the prescriber.
Fears of post-pandemic ‘tsunami of health problems’ General practice consultations and specialist check-ups for chronic disease remain down across the board amid coronavirus fear.
Glucose monitoring advances mean ‘real expansion in clinical utility’ Self-management of diabetes is easier – and more effective – than ever, according to Dr Gary Deed.
Coronavirus may trigger onset of diabetes, study finds A panel of experts has highlighted dangerous risks in COVID-19 for the elderly with type 2 diabetes – and normally healthy people too.
Diabetes health needs haven’t stopped for the pandemic People with diabetes may be delaying getting care – so GPs should reach out, according to an expert.
Examining factors that worsen coronavirus severity Certain factors influence the case fatality rate for patients infected with COVID-19, with experts advising such patients to take extra precautions.
Alert issued over diabetic ketoacidosis risk GPs are being warned about the small but definite risk of complications associated with an increasingly common type 2 diabetes management medication.
Causal links established between obesity and 14 major diseases The health issue has been associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and neurological, musculoskeletal and respiratory conditions.