Welcoming the gender diverse community into our practices: Part 2 Former GP Frances Mulcahy discusses practical ways to welcome the gender diverse community into general practices and breaks down some myths around gender medicine.
Should Australia follow New Zealand’s lead on smoking? New plans could make it illegal for tobacco ever to be sold to anyone born after 2008. Two GPs consider whether Australia should follow suit.
Has COVID-19 changed Australia’s alcohol consumption? Emerging studies are starting to reveal what impact the pandemic has had on alcohol use, writes Dr Shani Macaulay.
Approaching difficult conversations with patients about opioid use NPS MedicineWise medical advisor Dr Caroline West speaks with Dr Richard O’Regan, an addiction medicine consultant with the Royal Perth Bentley Group about opioid addiction.
Travel medicine in a new era One expert examines what questions GPs can expect and the best advice to give.
How AHPRA’s cosmetic reform could impact GPs Cosmetic medicine is about to have a facelift, with major changes looming for the lucrative industry – but will GPs be unfairly targeted?
Opioid treatment study ‘may impact’ future Australian guidelines Results from a clinical trial of extended-release buprenorphine injections reveal high retention and treatment satisfaction.
Free webinar aims to upskill GPs on treating gambling harm SPONSORED: The training will help GPs identify patients with potential gambling issues and provide strategies to minimise harm and aid recovery.
Providing help that is needed but not wanted Dr Thileepan Naren’s choice to persevere with a patient during their recovery from opioid addiction led to triumphant outcomes.
Active Ingredient Prescribing grace period ends 31 July GPs and practices are being reminded to update their prescribing software to ensure legislative requirements are met.