Endometriosis In the first of a two-episode series, The Good GP looks at common and not-so-common endometriosis symptoms and presentations.
National women’s health survey findings ‘sobering’ The results show a high prevalence of anxiety, intimate partner violence, and lack of support after miscarriage and stillbirth.
Women’s health: ‘Connect with and trust your GP’ Dr Lara Roeske has used Women’s Health Week as a timely reminder to prioritise self-care and access to GP support.
Ultrasound could diagnose endometriosis earlier and avert surgery A literature review on transvaginal ultrasound has found it to be a valuable and accurate diagnostic tool for deep-infiltrating endometriosis.
Rural women’s health receives boost The Federal Government has funded new research to improve access to contraception and medical abortion for rural and regional communities.
Data shows concerning drop in women’s health checks To help raise awareness about important health checks, the RACGP has partnered with Jean Hailes for Women’s Health Week.
Women’s access to emergency contraception ‘critical’ With demand expected to rise as the pandemic continues, GPs can help to inform patients of their options – and dispel common myths.
RACGP offers new suite of IUD resources It is hoped the resources will encourage the more widespread adoption of IUDs as a contraception method in Australia.
Empowering women with contraception choices Professor Danielle Mazza joins Bek and Charlotte to discuss improving women’s sexual health, and how GPs can deliver better care for women in the areas of preconception care, contraception and abortion.
Women less likely to have heart disease and die from it than men But experts advise interpreting the results of a global study with caution.