Genetic carrier test added to MBS SPONSORED: Expecting parents will soon be able to make more informed choices, thanks to subsidised screening from 1 November.
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.
Government rolls out free shingles vaccine Five million older and vulnerable Australians will have access to the new, and more effective, Shingrix vaccine from next month.
Should I provide my patient with a character reference? SPONSORED: The seemingly simple request can raise a number of complex questions, particularly if you do not know the person very well.
‘Drive change and shape the future of our profession’ Applications are now open for the RACGP Future Leaders Program, which arms GPs with the skills to influence and achieve change.
Researchers develop improved dementia screening tool The new test can more accurately predict a person’s 14-year risk of developing the disease when compared with other widely used tools.
Cancer screening may not extend life: Study But a more personalised approach that matches screening recommendations to individual risk profiles may help overcome existing shortcomings.
New asthma charts ‘very useful to have at one’s fingertips’ Updated medication charts will help curb complacency, overuse of available treatments, and keep management up to date, experts say.
In Practice: Supporting cervical screening self-collection A new webinar will equip GPs to confidently guide patients on how to utilise Australia’s newest weapon in the fight against cervical cancer.
Free meningococcal B vaccine program expanded in Queensland The State Government will follow the lead of South Australia in offering free vaccination to infants and adolescents from next year.