Ban dry processing to halt spread of accelerated silicosis, expert warns Unless regulated urgently, Australia’s stone cutting industry is heading towards an epidemic of silicosis, a lung disease caused by inhalation of dust containing free crystalline silica.
New care standard highlights GPs’ importance in prevention of blood clot deaths GPs can play a key role in prevention of deaths from venous thromboembolism after hospitalisation, which is a much more serious problem than many people may realise.
RACGP Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health: Student Bursary Award Kayla Ramires sees her award as an achievement symbolic of her future in general practice.
Dr Harry Nespolon’s GP18 opening plenary speech The RACGP President addressed Australia’s GPs at the GP18 welcome session.
Terms of reference for aged care royal commission revealed Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced the terms of reference for the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.
Australia’s health system still failing people with acute mental health needs: Report People presenting to emergency departments in mental health crisis experience long waits and are more likely than patients with other conditions to leave without completing treatment, a new report has found.
Hidden impact of bleeding disorders This week is Bleeding Disorder Awareness Week. Haemophilia Foundation Australia is raising awareness about the inherited condition and its impact on the sufferers and their families.
GP18 Q&A: Keynote speakers Future Crunch newsGP spoke with GP18 keynote speakers Tané Hunter and Angus Hervey, of Future Crunch, ahead of this year’s RACGP conference for general practice.
E-chatting about digital health to vulnerable populations Dr Melinda Choy is hoping her research will make a difference.
Five tips to get the most out of your conference Dr Edwin Kruys shares his guide to a successful conference ahead of GP18 on the Gold Coast.