Paediatrics - assessment of behavioural challenges Dr Tim Jones, a GP with a particular interest in paediatrics, discusses the pandemic’s impact on the mental and emotional wellbeing of children and families.
In Practice: NDIS information sessions The NDIA is running online information sessions throughout November to help GPs navigate changes to the early childhood approach.
Vitamin D tests for children increased 30-fold over 15 years: Study Despite the rise in tests, the research found ‘no significant differences’ in the likelihood of a diagnosis of low vitamin D levels.
In Practice: Last chance for RACGP Awards Nominations for the rural and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health categories remain open until 30 July.
Paediatric psychotropic dispensing doubles in less than 10 years New research shows use of the medications has soared since 2013, but there ‘may be more to it than first meets the eye’.
‘Sobering’ statistics reveal childhood mental health trauma Emergency department presentations for intentional self-harming behaviours and eating disorders soared during the pandemic.
Paediatric COVID vaccination FAQs A team of GPs and academics answer commonly asked patient questions regarding the risks and benefits of immunising children against COVID-19.
Short EOI window for paediatric COVID shots Expressions of interest for the six-month to four-year-old cohort are now being accepted, but general practices only have until Friday to nominate.
Supply issues flagged as TGA provisionally approves Moderna for under-fives The Federal Health Minister has urged parents to delay booking COVID vaccine appointments for their very young children.
Study suggests link between reading difficulties and anxiety Children with reading problems are more likely to have anxiety, but research is needed to properly understand the specifics of the relationship.