Heat, crowds and viruses: What Hajj pilgrims need to know about health With two million people about to arrive in one city, there are real health issues to be aware of.
Silence and stigma: Living with chronic pain Chronic Pain Australia, a transvaginal mesh survivor and a GP discuss how to best manage the condition in National Pain Week.
Diabetes statistics ‘sobering reminder’ of the need for awareness National Diabetes Week is an important reminder for healthcare providers and patients to be aware of risk factors and early detection.
GPs’ role in linking patients with the NDIS The new RACGP resource can help assess patient eligibility for the NDIS and give information on how to access it.
Record immunisation rates for Australian children New data shows that child vaccination rates have hit record – and world-leading – levels.
Mandatory vaccination backed by majority of Australia The ‘No Jab, No Pay’ incentive has the support of most Australians, according to a new study.
Increase to NDIS price limits good news for rural providers The Federal Government has announced a spending boost to the scheme, with particular benefits for service providers in rural and remote areas.
‘We have to normalise it’: Boosting bowel cancer screening rates Participation in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program remains low, but Professor Jon Emery believes GPs are instrumental to boosting numbers.
Pathway to Fellowship changing for IMGs newsGP addresses some key questions regarding changes for international medical graduates who want to practise in Australia.
Varied bowel cancer screening rates across socioeconomic areas Participation rates are lower – but positivity rates higher – for those living in the lowest socioeconomic areas, a new report shows.