‘Concerning’: Study finds 90% of welders exposed to carcinogens Experts fear the fumes could become the new asbestos or silica after research uncovered the issue’s true scale, with GPs urged to help educate their patients.
New tool aims to reduce kids’ hospitalisations for UTI A world-first tool which determines a unique score of clinical features will help GPs decide the correct route of antibiotics for UTIs in children.
What do GPs need to know about ‘walking’ pneumonia? With a current ‘soup’ of respiratory infections coupled with antibiotic shortages, an epidemiologist outlines basic advice for GPs.
Breathlessness screening tool to aid diagnostic pathways The world-first tool aims to give timely diagnosis and management, while minimising the need for unnecessary tests or treatments.
NSW and Qld announce free infant RSV vaccines The RACGP has welcomed the ‘game changing’ initiatives, with cases of the potentially deadly virus surging compared to previous years.
Small study suggests nasal spray could help sleep apnoea While still in its infancy, a shift away from ‘burdensome’ CPAP machines would likely improve treatment access and adherence.
‘No time like the present’ for Queensland RSV vaccine rollout The college is urging the state to follow Western Australia’s lead with a ‘lifesaving’ immunisation program.
RSV vaccine could ‘change the landscape’ of hospital presentations Western Australia’s $11 million statewide immunisation rollout follows extensive RACGP advocacy around the issue.
RSV vaccine approved by TGA AREXVY will soon be available for patients aged 60 and over, sparking hope it will ease the pressure on Australia’s overflowing hospitals.
New STI awareness campaign launches The campaign, which is targeting young people, is looking to encourage safe sex and regular testing.