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Measles outbreak crosses the Tasman

Measles outbreak crosses the Tasman

Multiple cases of the highly infectious disease have been confirmed in Perth, Sydney and Melbourne, with several linked to an outbreak in New Zealand.


One of the world’s most contagious viruses has returned to Australia

One of the world’s most contagious viruses has returned to Australia

Measles was eliminated in Australia five years ago, but new cases are streaming in from overseas.


‘Really complicated’: Lifestyle factors and city–rural health gaps

‘Really complicated’: Lifestyle factors and city–rural health gaps

Even meeting the same dietary and physical guidelines, there would still be far more people dying of heart disease in the country than in the city.


Silicosis: Australia’s ‘emerging occupational health epidemic’

Silicosis: Australia’s ‘emerging occupational health epidemic’

With barriers to early detection, the RACGP has developed a learning activity to better support GPs in diagnosis and management of silicosis.


Researchers uncover alternate theory for Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers uncover alternate theory for Alzheimer’s disease

Rather than tangles and plaques being the cause of the disease, researchers are exploring the issue of lysosomal storage.


Explainer: What is silicosis?

Explainer: What is silicosis?

And why is this old lung disease making a comeback?


Is ‘self-care’ the future of medicine?

Is ‘self-care’ the future of medicine?

Proponents say it could help manage an ageing population struggling with chronic disease, but its effect on primary care is yet to be determined.


Peak winter: Study reveals extent of seasonal threat to heart health

Peak winter: Study reveals extent of seasonal threat to heart health

Researchers emphasise the need to monitor older patients with existing heart disease during the cold winter months.


August issue of Australian Journal of General Practice now available

August issue of Australian Journal of General Practice now available

The latest issue of the RACGP’s peer-reviewed scholarly journal is available online.


Heart disease danger for over-75s who discontinue statins

Heart disease danger for over-75s who discontinue statins

A new study has linked ending their use with a 33% increased risk of hospital admission due to a cardiovascular event.


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