How can asthma medication overprescribing be reduced? Study suggests many patients may be prescribed ‘higher than necessary’ doses to control their asthma, increasing the risk of side effects.
NAIDOC week leads to more health assessments A WA clinic doubled the number of usual health assessments and has committed to completing a Reconciliation Action Plan.
Asthma plan ‘more important than ever’ during COVID People with asthma but no written action plan have been warned they could end up in hospital if they do not see their GP.
GPs warned to prepare for back-to-school asthma spike The National Asthma Council has provided clinical tips for GPs to ensure paediatric patients are ready with an action plan in place.
‘Making the invisible visible’: RACGP reconciliation action plan Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders have hailed the college’s approach to enacting genuine change in the area of reconciliation.
Mesh-injured women win class action case The verdict came after years of pain and suffering for many women who received transvaginal mesh implants.
Australia has a new action plan for arthritis Experts believe the common condition could be better treated and prevented.
New paper discusses barriers to optimal asthma management Issues relating to asthma management include poor self-management by patients and a lack of public awareness.
New action plan for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder The Federal Government has announced a new national action plan and $7.2 million in funding to fight FASD.
Workplace assistance the next step in endometriosis support The Federal Government has announced the development of workplace-specific materials to educate employers on the prevalence and impact of endometriosis.