RACGP opposes changes to the Poisons Standard The proposed down-scheduling of budesonide and topical hydroxypinacolone retinoate poses a danger to patients, the college says.
Progress on stillbirth prevention and support in general practice The RACGP has welcomed development of a new stillbirth clinical standard, which is expected to provide ‘fit-for-purpose’ guidance for GPs.
Hidden dangers lurk in many sports supplements Experts have warned of undeclared poisons in supplements, especially grey market products from overseas. Is tighter regulation the solution?
New standard provides up-to-date guidance on colonoscopy referral and care The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care’s Colonoscopy clinical care standard is aimed at reducing unnecessary procedures and improving care at every stage of the process.
Heavy menstrual bleeding: Understanding the options Hayley Harrison served as a consumer advocate for the Australian Commission of Safety and Quality in Health Care on the ‘Heavy menstrual bleeding clinical standard’, bringing her lived experience of the condition to the working group.