Metastatic breast cancer rates soar past previous estimates A world-leading study found 8000 people are living with the cancer in NSW alone, proving previous case numbers to be ‘widely inaccurate’.
National stroke report a call for action With the billion-dollar impact of stroke uncovered, and rates predicted to rise, experts are calling for urgent investment into prevention.
A fracture every 30 seconds: Bone health laid bare With a 34% jump in cases in recent years, costing Australia billions of dollars, GPs remain at the coalface of this rise in demand for care.
Study questions ‘piece-meal’ health prevention funding The Australian research shows only a sliver of the health budget is dedicated to prevention and promotion, but GPs say small changes will make big differences.
GPs alongside oncologists key for melanoma outcomes The latest AJGP shines a light on new drugs, and GPs’ central role in collaborating with oncologists as part of multidisciplinary teams.
False positive breast screens may discourage further testing Research has shown that women who receive false positive results after breast screening are less likely to go back for further testing.
‘Ironic and concerning’: MRFF public health research questioned Just 40c in every $1 earmarked for preventive and public health is being spent on keeping people healthy, a new study has found.
Holistic patient care key for overweight and obesity New education for GPs supporting patients with overweight and obesity aligns with the latest Red Book recommendations.
Flagship preventive health guidelines get first update in eight years The RACGP says the 10th edition of its Red Book has undergone rigorous updates to ensure it is accessible and relevant to Australia’s changing healthcare landscape.
‘You don’t have to be sick to see a GP’ This Men’s Health Week, a GP with a special interest says normalising consistent health checks with a regular GP is key to improving outcomes.