Awareness is a prerequisite for action: World Mental Health Day Gratitude, awareness and taking time out – three ways people can improve their own, and someone else’s, mental wellbeing.
Care of the highest quality – regardless of where they live The RACGP’s newly updated Silver Book reflects best practice in the ever-evolving field of aged care, Associate Professor Morton Rawlin writes.
Push to create ‘paradigm shift’ in women’s reproductive health A new $2.5 million centre will investigate ways GPs and other primary healthcare workers can deliver best practice reproductive services.
New resource for up-to-date information on endometrial cancer risks It is the fifth most common cancer for women in Australia, but around one third of all endometrial cancer diagnoses are potentially preventable.
A GP for every doctor A GP19 Convocation item brings the important topic of doctors’ wellbeing into focus.
Working towards zero: World Suicide Prevention Day The Australian Government has called suicide prevention a national priority, committing to a ‘zero target’.
‘Making time for yourself’: Women’s Health Week Dr Lara Roeske closed Women’s Health Week with a comprehensive presentation about core health concerns for women throughout their lifespan.
Confirming the benefits of cervical screening and HPV vaccination The latest AIHW report paints a positive picture of the effects of the new screening program.
RACGP launches new program for specialist IMGs The new PEP Specialist Stream provides enhanced support to specialist international medical graduates.
One in nine Australian women aged 40–44 has endometriosis A new AIHW report has shed light on women living with endometriosis, but there are fears the numbers may actually be much higher.