New report reveals systemic problems with NDIS review process People with disability are experiencing extended delays and lack of communication as they wait – and wait – for incorrect National Disability Insurance Scheme plans to be fixed, according to a new report from the Commonwealth Ombudsman.
New asthma resources to help address incorrect inhaler use Nine out of 10 people with asthma or COPD are not using their inhalers correctly. What can GPs do to help?
Genetics of depression could shed light on the illness Researchers have identified genetic risk factors associated with major depression.
Pioneering suicide-prevention trial extended A nationwide suicide-prevention trial will be extended until 2020 in a bid to discover the best approaches to help stem the annual loss of 3000 Australian lives.
GPs’ experience with the National Disability Insurance Scheme Two GPs who provide care to patients with disability assess their experiences with the National Disability Insurance Scheme so far, and consider their hopes for the future.
Children born to younger mothers at increased risk of developmental vulnerabilities A study of almost 100,000 NSW school children shows those born to teenage mothers have the highest risk of developmental vulnerabilities at age five, largely due to social and economic disadvantage.
Changing heart failure definition may lead to spike in diagnoses: RACGP The RACGP is concerned proposed changes to the definition of heart failure are not backed by sufficient evidence.
Continued uncertainty over funding for National Disability Insurance Scheme The healthcare sector has expressed concerns about the National Disability Insurance Scheme after its proposed source of funding changes again.
Minimising risk for GPs providing medical clearances How can GPs ensure they are safeguarded against any potential risks when approached by a patient seeking medical clearance?
Study finds new screening program to almost halve cervical cancer in Australia Australia’s new National Cervical Screening Program will almost halve rates of cervical cancer by 2035, a new study predicts.