RACGP re-elects Censor-in-Chief Dr Tess van Duuren speaks to newsGP about ‘problem solving’ and the transition to college-led training.
How to tackle the ‘toxic’ financial costs of cancer A cancer survivor, a GP and a researcher share their views on how to mitigate and prepare for the financial pain the disease can cause.
Will winter impact the severity of COVID outbreaks? In Australia and other parts of the world, a drop in temperatures has often been met with an increase in cases. But according to a virologist, human behaviour has a lot to answer for.
Household gas a major contributor to childhood asthma: Report A new Climate Council report has found the use of gas in homes is exposing Australian children to a higher risk of asthma.
Clinical update to National Cervical Screening Program guidelines Important pathway changes for women at intermediate risk of significant cervical abnormality come into effect on 1 February.
Melbourne public housing lockdown breached human rights: Ombudsman The snap decision to completely lockdown nine public housing towers reportedly caused ‘palpable’ distress among residents.
Is it ethical to infect humans with SARS-CoV-2? A proposed UK vaccine trial that will infect healthy volunteers has raised concern among Australian experts who fear long-term health ramifications.
Another reason to vaccinate boys and young men against HPV New research has found a causal link between HPV and prostate cancer development.
Patient charter updated to align with Standards The update helps promote mutual understanding of the roles and responsibilities of patients and GPs while adhering to national healthcare rights.
Cystic fibrosis drug listed on PBS While the announcement was welcomed, some have questioned the seven month delay between approval and listing.