‘Milestone’ step for national HIV response Australia has formally endorsed recognition of an undetectable viral load in people with HIV, a move hoped to further reduce transmission and stigma.
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.
‘This was done for the cultural change’: GP makes history Earlier this year, NSW junior doctors won a $230 million payout after alleging underpayment, but the lead plaintiff said it was never about the money.
Report finds My Health Record ‘plagued’ with poor usability It also found automation of simple tasks could free up to 30% of clinicians’ time, and data sharing could save $5.4 billion.
In Practice: Further calls for feedback on Scope of Practice review The RACGP is encouraging members to share their views on the proposed policy reforms across the three key theme areas.
‘Do not ever give up’: GP speaks out after AHPRA battle The doctor is calling for sweeping changes to the watchdog, after an Ombudsman found it did not act in a timely manner or access relevant data.
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Lack of safety data prompts guidance on oestrogen therapy A summary of evidence is out for prescribing oestrogen treatments for the estimated 75% of breast cancer patients who develop genitourinary symptoms.
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Longer consults for endometriosis sufferers on the way A $49 million funding boost will see two new MBS items added in July next year for specialist gynaecological appointments.