Psychedelic prescribing to begin for PTSD and depression Experts are split on whether Australia is prepared for psychedelic-assisted therapy, but GPs need to be ready to answer questions and refer patients.
Is the microbiome implicated in causing endometriosis? The debilitating disease may be linked to bacterial carriage in the uterus, new research suggests.
‘A very challenging space’: Opioid deprescribing guide released Work for guidelines was led by researchers at the University of Sydney and includes 11 recommendations with general practice in mind.
My Aged Care will soon stop accepting fax referrals SPONSORED: The nationwide referral program’s transition to e-Referral use will be completed by the end of July.
Huge disadvantages for rural patients exposed New details in an already concerning picture have emerged in research carried out on behalf of the National Rural Health Alliance.
In Practice: AGPT Academic Post applications now open Successful applicants will receive hands-on experience in teaching and research, while enhancing their skills in academia.
Professor Michael Kidd to step down from DoH The former RACGP President, who was one of the most high-profile officials dealing with the COVID-19 response, is moving on.
RACGP calls for end to immigration detention Advocates hope a new position statement, released on World Refugee Day, will pave the way for better care of Australia’s most marginalised patients.
Push to improve links between hospitals and general practice The connection between GPs and hospitals can be fraught. Dr Edwin Kruys describes a Queensland system he believes is making a difference.
Wearable technology for health and patient care Dr Lauren Cheung, Senior Manager on the Clinical Team at Apple, discusses the role of wearable technology in health and patient care.