Concerns Queensland pharmacy trial will ‘widen the gap’ Advocacy groups say there has been limited consultation and little consideration for the wellbeing of First Nations peoples.
Proposed lung cancer screening program ‘a complex arrangement’ While the RACGP has indicated cautious support for the new program, it is concerned about overdiagnosis and the role of GPs.
Fourth dose now recommended for cancer patients over 16 The change in ATAGI advice will affect the COVID vaccine recommendations for cancer patients aged 16 and 17 with immediate effect.
Research shows BRCA-related cancers not a ‘female-only thing’ Males who carry a fault in BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes may be at greater risk of prostate, breast, stomach and pancreatic cancers, a new study suggests.
Doctors again voice opposition to pharmacy prescribing The decision to extend a UTI pharmacy prescribing pilot program has prompted a warning from the RACGP and Urological Society of Australia.
Australian breakthrough could improve newborn screening Researchers have developed a new test for three rare genetic disorders that could help improve newborn screening programs.
‘Disturbing’ rise in young-onset gastrointestinal cancers Local and international experts are worried about the rising numbers of young people under 50 being diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancers.
COVID vaccination for immunocompromised cancer patients Oncologist Professor Eva Segelov details important clinical information specific to this vulnerable cohort.
Patients most at risk of missing out on non-COVID healthcare New data aims to help GPs prioritise certain patient cohorts to mitigate future risk. But with the system under pressure, is this realistic?
‘Clearly not practical’: Practices overwhelmed following PM’s direction to call GPs Scott Morrison has directed people with a positive rapid antigen test result to contact their general practice – but GPs say no suitable system has been established.