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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.


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.


What exactly is a disease?

What exactly is a disease?

Amid ongoing debate over whether obesity should be classified as a disease, two experts examine what a disease is – and who gets to decide.
 


Cancer and inflammatory disease medicines receive $56 million boost

Cancer and inflammatory disease medicines receive $56 million boost

Four new medicines will be listed through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, helping patients fight aggressive cancers and inflammatory conditions.


Are Australia’s GPs ready for social prescribing?

Are Australia’s GPs ready for social prescribing?

The RACGP is exploring a potential collaboration with social running organisation parkrun – depending on GP interest. 


Australian women receive sub-optimal heart care: Study

Australian women receive sub-optimal heart care: Study

New research has found women are less likely to be prescribed recommended medications.


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