Study links mental disorders early in life to dementia Mental health disorders are often an underappreciated category of modifiable risk factors for dementia, new research suggests.
New WONCA President wants to elevate general practice Associate Professor Karen Flegg will be at the helm of the organisation from October 2023, at the WONCA World Conference.
Australia continues push to eliminate cervical cancer The Federal Government has pledged almost $6 million towards the goal of eliminating the disease by 2035.
WHO gives warning on missed measles vaccinations Measles vaccination has fallen sharply globally, but Australian immunisation rates appear to have held up despite the challenges of COVID-19.
Subsidised scan seeks to ensure more accurate Alzheimer’s diagnosis Positron emission tomography scans have been added to the MBS, but GP Professor Dimity Pond says further guidance is needed.
COVID may have killed up to 180,000 healthcare workers: WHO The estimate comes as Australia prepares to ease restrictions in the coming weeks and months, likely leading to an increase in cases.
Tired, fed up, exhausted: COVID healthcare worker toll revealed For most on the COVID-19 frontline, stress has increased – but the vaccine rollout and prospect of eased restrictions has boosted morale.
Suicide toll highlights mental health challenges A new World Health Organization report lays bare the global toll due to suicide each year – and the challenges facing health professionals.
‘Our GP was really good’ One family’s account of dealing with anaphylaxis highlights the life-changing impact GPs can have by helping patients manage the condition.
‘Not drug-seekers’: The stigma of experiencing migraine pain Treating patients with migraine needs time, as identifying what is a complex neurological condition is not always straightforward.