Updated position statement on ovarian cancer Cancer Australia CEO Dr Helen Zorbas talks to newsGP about what GPs need to know on testing for ovarian cancer in asymptomatic women.
Community-led solutions vital in addressing youth suicide Politicians have responded to a coronial inquest into suicides of 13 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander youths in WA over a four-year period.
Undisclosed pharmaceutical payments ‘a cause for concern’ A drop in disclosures related to pharmaceutical company payments to the Australian healthcare sector has prompted calls for more transparency.
South Australia broadens meningococcal B vaccination scheme Australia’s only meningococcal B immunisation program has been expanded, giving South Australians aged 15–21 access to the free vaccines.
GPs recognised on the 2019 Australia Day Honours List GPs from all over the country were recognised for their contributions to their patients, communities and profession.
New measles alert for Sydney A baby is the ninth person in Sydney to be diagnosed with measles in recent weeks, prompting another alert from NSW Health.
Two more measles cases in Sydney NSW Health has issued another alert as two unvaccinated children have been diagnosed with measles after returning from a trip to Sri Lanka.
NSW renting reforms to protect tenants in violent relationships People experiencing family violence will be able to end their tenancy without financial penalty under new laws coming into effect in February.
New advice on multiple prescribing and complementary medicines A collaboration between Choosing Wisely and the PSA has produced recommendations that provide increased clarity around best prescribing practices.
Understanding breast cancer risk factors A new website from Cancer Australia can help women and health professionals better understand the evidence behind 68 different risk factors for breast cancer.