GPs’ role in early detection of oral cancer now easier A new CPD activity aims to upskill GPs in prevention counselling, early identification and referral pathways for the cancer.
Improving neuroendocrine cancer care amongst GPs SPONSORED: The disease is more prevalent than ovarian and brain cancer, but many medical professionals still don’t know the symptoms.
Study calls for population-wide genomic screening Expanded testing for three genetic conditions could save lives and money, Monash University research suggests.
Landmark Australian Cancer Plan hailed as ‘a new era’ GPs are expected to play a major role in a new 10-year blueprint Cancer Australia says will transform care across the country.
In Practice: NDIS information sessions The NDIA is running online information sessions throughout November to help GPs navigate changes to the early childhood approach.
Age drop for bowel cancer screening endorsed The NHMRC has approved guidelines to widen the age of bowel cancer screening, although the Federal Government is yet to sign off the change.
Early ASD diagnosis may fade by school age: Study But this does not mean people should be cautious about early diagnosis, a GP with a special interest in children’s health has said.
Does menstruation play a part in diabetes diagnosis? Researchers have suggested lowering HbA1c cut-offs for premenopausal women, but Australian GPs say more investigation is needed.
In Practice: Interim prohibition orders The RACGP has provided a generally supportive submission to AHPRA regarding its new power to issue IPOs.
GPs crucial to rare cancer care: RACGP Key reforms are needed to help GPs better diagnose and treat patients, according to the college’s submission to a Senate Inquiry.