How social determinants of health apply to clinical practice The second key plenary session at GP22 looks at the determinants of population health and the value of social health tools.
DoH report finds ‘no evidence’ for $8 billion Medicare leak figure The RACGP President says the announcement is vindication for doctors who collectively had their reputations questioned by the media reports.
When celebrities and influencers talk health: Part 2 Five doctors discuss the benefits and pitfalls of celebrity influence on health, including disclaimers, paid advertisements and remedies.
When celebrities and influencers talk health: Part 1 From Kylie Minogue to Shane Warne, celebrities can have an undeniable influence on public health messaging. In a two-part article, newsGP speaks to five doctors about the celeb effect.
Why some women question the link between alcohol and breast cancer Participants in a recent study said they take health warnings related to the issue with ‘a pinch of salt’ for a number of reasons.
Is melatonin safe for children? Soon-to-be-published research suggests many Australian parents are using it, but evidence for its safety is lacking.
Budget: Promises kept but reform needed The Federal Budget fulfils election commitments but does not address the major challenges facing general practice, the RACGP has said.
Readers reject alleged scale of Medicare leakage Only one in 10 respondents to a newsGP poll believe the reported $8 billion estimate is accurate.
New clinical support for ‘silent but deadly’ disease Chronic kidney disease detection and management resources have been released, days after it was labelled a ‘national emergency’.
What DVA-funded services are available in general practice? The department’s Chief Health Officer outlines the key funded healthcare services available for veterans outside of the MBS.