Pain and Musculoskeletal procedures - part one In this episode of The Good GP, Dr Robin Park, a GP and pain specialist, joins host Dr Sean Stevens to discuss procedures in pain management.
‘A powerful tool’: Practices urged to take part in patient study The survey is designed to help practices understand and compare the management of patients with chronic conditions, both at home and abroad.
Study finds biofilm link to persistent wet cough in children Researchers hope the findings may lead to more effective treatments for protracted bacterial bronchitis and bronchiectasis.
‘Nudge’ letters to take supportive tone following RACGP push More than 1000 GPs who were sent a letter regarding musculoskeletal diagnostic imaging requests are set to receive a more educative follow-up.
Ageing prison population means new health concerns Nearly one in four people in Australian prisons are aged 45 and over. How do their healthcare needs differ?
Stricter hand hygiene linked with increased dermatitis ‘Wash your hands’ has become a more common refrain in recent times.
What does the coronavirus do to the nervous system? Everyone is focused on coronavirus mortality, but a neurologist believes there can be significant neurological issues for survivors.
Identifying serious eye conditions via telehealth Patients with a red eye do not necessarily need an examination to rule out an ophthalmic emergency, an expert explains.
Breaking the cycle of shame and blame for obesity To mark World Obesity Day, Dr Georgia Rigas is calling to shift the focus from ‘loss of weight to gain in health’.
Updated resource for non-drug interventions The HANDI site remains a valuable resource for evidence-based non-pharmacological interventions for common conditions in general practice.