MDMA and psilocybin: What GPs need to know A TGA decision about the use of psychedelics has attracted much attention, and criticism. Dr Hester Wilson offers guidance on fielding patient queries.
Mediterranean diet reduces heart disease risk in women: Study The meta-analysis, which also found a lowered mortality risk, is the first of its kind to explore the diet’s impact on heart disease by sex.
IMGs a ‘simple solution’ to boost GP numbers: RACGP The college is urging government to support international medical graduates and make it easier for them to work in Australia.
Vehicle-related pollution may cause more than 11,000 deaths a year A GP expert says new research on the impacts of vehicle emissions on the health of Australians means it should be a consideration in general practice.
In Practice: Practice Owners National Conference Registrations are now open for the RACGP’s conference – where GP practice owners can connect and learn more about running their business.
‘Strong Culture, Strong Youth’: Close the Gap Campaign shines light on youth To help achieve health equity and improved life outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the campaign’s latest report is calling for large-scale systemic institutional reforms at a national level.
New clinical tool to aid syphilis management With rates of the STI rising, integrating the tool into clinical practice could help identify which patients need urgent treatment.
In Practice: Close the Gap Day event To mark its commitment to achieving health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the RACGP is hosting an online forum next week.
Grants worth $250,000 open for GP-led research The funding is open for GPs with research experience overseeing projects looking into digital health in primary care.
New way for patients to access My Health Record An app launched this month is designed to facilitate access to medical details including vaccination histories and advance care documents.