‘Completely preventable’ asthma deaths skyrocket by 32% The concerning trend saw 467 Australians die last year, but experts say most could have been avoided with the right safeguards in place.
Ventolin nebules shortage flagged A shortage of the 2.5 mg/2.5 mL salbutamol inhalation solution ampoule is expected from mid next week until August 2024.
Report highlights lingering burden on volunteer firefighters It says reducing stigma, taking time out, and bolstering support are key to keeping Australia’s emergency crews mentally well.
GPs are an underutilised workforce in a disaster: RACGP With warnings of a potentially severe bushfire season, the college has urged policymakers to make the RACGP a key partner in emergency planning.
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New asthma charts ‘very useful to have at one’s fingertips’ Updated medication charts will help curb complacency, overuse of available treatments, and keep management up to date, experts say.
Anti-inflammatory could boost emergency contraceptive: Study Researchers have called for further work into what they have called the ‘really exciting’ findings of a trial undertaken in Hong Kong.
Future asthma risk flagged for babies with food allergy Even if the allergy is outgrown, poorer lung function outcomes are more likely by six years of age, a world-first study finds.
New group looks to address urgent care needs A recently formed RACGP Specific Interest group aims to help raise the standard of urgent and emergency treatment in primary care.
In Practice: AGPT Academic Post applications now open Successful applicants will receive hands-on experience in teaching and research, while enhancing their skills in academia.