Australian patients rank ‘bad luck’ as third leading cause of cancer Despite clear evidence of cancer risk factors, many patients attribute its development to fate.
TGA releases improved patient information Updates to the Consumer Medicines Information are aimed at improving patient understanding and safety of medicine use.
Silence and stigma: Living with chronic pain Chronic Pain Australia, a transvaginal mesh survivor and a GP discuss how to best manage the condition in National Pain Week.
Medication management and supply A new RACGP resource is designed to inform GPs and practice staff who already, or wish to, store and supply medicines directly to their patients.
Increased pain management support for GPs and patients The National Strategic Action Plan for Pain Management offers a boost in training for GPs, as well as additional funding support through Medicare.
Increased meat consumption associated with early death Bad news for carnivores, as new research further strengthens the association between a shortened life span and consumption of red meat.
Exploring the issue of Roundup and cancer risk As the first Australian launches legal action against the makers of Roundup weedkiller, Dr Evelyn Lewin takes a closer look at the issue.
Antidepressants, opioids more than double falls risk in older people Practitioners need to weigh up the risks and benefits of these medications, expert says.
Recognition, reward, communication: Establishing a practice culture Dr Sarah Lewis has found creating and maintaining a positive culture takes thought, hard work and the occasional tough conversation.
WHO releases new guidelines on preventing dementia The guidelines evaluate 12 risk factors and are designed to help governments and healthcare providers tackle dementia prevention.