RACGP backs vision for national hepatitis strategies The college has put forward recommendations to strengthen the draft 2023–30 strategies and ensure targets are met.
RACGP Specific Interests launches public health group The new group aims to strengthen the skills and knowledge of GPs and GPs in training with an interest in public and population health.
In Practice: Pathways to the Rural Generalist Fellowship There are several options to obtain RG Fellowship – including for junior doctors training on the Australian General Practice Training Program.
Huge rise in cervical self-collection uptake But Dr Lara Roeske is still urging for stronger public health messages and support to help alleviate the extra onus placed on GPs.
Best practice support for smoking cessation care A new toolkit to support GPs providing smoking cessation advice also acts as a ‘supplement’ to RACGP guidelines.
When celebrities and influencers talk health: Part 2 Five doctors discuss the benefits and pitfalls of celebrity influence on health, including disclaimers, paid advertisements and remedies.
When celebrities and influencers talk health: Part 1 From Kylie Minogue to Shane Warne, celebrities can have an undeniable influence on public health messaging. In a two-part article, newsGP speaks to five doctors about the celeb effect.
Why some women question the link between alcohol and breast cancer Participants in a recent study said they take health warnings related to the issue with ‘a pinch of salt’ for a number of reasons.
How can we encourage COVID booster uptake? Millions of Australians still have not had a third dose. Associate Professor Holly Seale and Jessica Kaufman investigate what might convince them.
There’s no safe level of air pollution Emissions that meet air-quality standards cause illness and early death. Planning decisions need to drive down exposure, writes Professor Guy Marks.