Working towards a world free of cervical cancer Modern healthcare tools mean the world can be rid of cervical cancer in coming decades, but it will require a united effort from governments and international stakeholders, public health physician Associate Professor Julia Brotherton told newsGP.
Overhaul of Practice Incentives Program delayed until May 2019 The RACGP has welcomed the delay of the Federal Government’s proposed Practice Incentives Program Quality Improvement Incentive, as an opportunity to ensure that it is designed correctly and works for general practice.
No support from RACGP for anti-vaccination views RACGP President Dr Bastian Seidel emphasises his support for vaccination programs delivered by specialist GPs.
Modifying cancer risk through diet Diet represents an increasingly significant risk factor for a variety of cancers, but it is a risk that patients can modify with help from their GPs.
RACGP President calls enhanced flu vaccines ‘a step in the right direction’ Dr Bastian Seidel has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to provide stronger flu vaccines to Australians over the age of 65, but says more must be done to protect all patients ahead of this year’s flu season.
Understanding the new HPV vaccine: What GPs need to know Public health physician Associate Professor Julia Brotherton writes for newsGP about Australia’s new nonavalent HPV vaccine.
Key updates to colorectal cancer clinical practice guidelines There are three important changes for GPs and their patients in the updated guidelines for colorectal cancer screening.
Self-collection of HPV samples: A guide for GPs Dr Lara Roeske writes for newsGP about self-collected samples, a key aspect of the renewed National Cervical Screening Program.
GP suggests caution for new cancer detection blood test A new blood test may offer the possibility of early cancer detection in primary care – although it is still too early to be certain.
New test kit available for the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program The Department of Health has introduced a new test kit as part of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.