Pilot may determine viability of long COVID management models Dr Ken McCroary on the results of tracking post-COVID sequalae in south-west Sydney, and what is needed for long-term viability of a GP-led clinic.
RACGP to advocate for more support at long COVID inquiry There has been an ‘ignored urgency’ to provide better post-viral illness care in Australia, college representative Professor Mark Morgan will argue.
Does vaccination reduce long COVID risk? Research suggests illness severity and vaccination status influence the chance of patients seeking medical care in the six months post-infection.
Queries over long COVID prevalence in Australia An international review estimates that 'at least' one in 10 people with COVID-19 will develop lasting symptoms, but that may overstate the risk.
New government-endorsed PhD pathway for GPs in training The RACGP has announced its 2023 academic post cohort, as well as more support for GPs in training who want to pursue a PhD.
‘A constellation of symptoms’: Long COVID in focus The first public hearing into long COVID has taken place as clinicians attempt to work out the scale of the problem, and one GP reports a rising demand for treatment.
GPs in training: Opportunity to lead in clinical research Applications for the 2023 AGPT Academic Post Program will open from 2 May, with the position offering an insight into life as an academic GP.
In Practice: Upskilling and networking opportunities A bumper edition of In Practice features new tips on named referrals, information on upcoming webinars, and much more.
Diabetes risk could be 28% higher after COVID infection A study has noted increased type 2 diabetes incidence in people recovering from COVID, signalling the need for ongoing monitoring.
What causes long COVID? New Australian research has identified two proteins present in the body of those who report lingering symptoms post-infection.