Microbiome magic: How dairy helps nurture the gut SPONSORED: While known to reduce the risk of a host of chronic diseases, its lesser-known benefits, particularly for gut health, are often overlooked.
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.
In Practice: Call for member feedback on NDIS legislation The RACGP is inviting members to endorse its recommendations to the NDIS reform inquiry and ensure GPs are central to disability care.
New tool could ‘change the trajectory’ of Indigenous heart consults Heart disease is the leading cause of preventable death for First Nations people, but there is hope a new GP resource could help address that.
Childhood maltreatment linked to 40% of mental health conditions Researchers say Australia is in need of a ‘wakeup call’, after a new study revealed the psychological toll child abuse is having across the country.
GPs in training urged to speak up on future of profession Time is running out for Australia’s next generation of GPs to shape college advocacy by taking part in the Health of the Nation survey.
GP rejects study suggesting patients do not get lifestyle advice According to new research, most Australians say they are not getting healthy lifestyle guidance from their GPs – but is that true?
Should the breast screening age be lowered? While the question has again been put forward, Australian experts remain unconvinced, saying participation among target groups is more important.
How unpaid overtime reveals ‘toxic’ side of medicine Junior doctors have just won the largest underpayment class action in Australian history – but their real aim is a potential shift in culture.
Severe psychiatrist shortage causing ‘rapid readmissions’ GPs are being overwhelmed with complex consults, as the workforce crisis leads to a ‘revolving-door situation in mental health inpatient units’.