Genetic Carrier Screening The Good GP interviews Dr Alison Archibald on the topic of genetic carrier screening, what it involves and the conditions that can be screened for.
Proposed lung cancer screening program ‘a complex arrangement’ While the RACGP has indicated cautious support for the new program, it is concerned about overdiagnosis and the role of GPs.
Research shows BRCA-related cancers not a ‘female-only thing’ Males who carry a fault in BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes may be at greater risk of prostate, breast, stomach and pancreatic cancers, a new study suggests.
Australian breakthrough could improve newborn screening Researchers have developed a new test for three rare genetic disorders that could help improve newborn screening programs.
Patients most at risk of missing out on non-COVID healthcare New data aims to help GPs prioritise certain patient cohorts to mitigate future risk. But with the system under pressure, is this realistic?
Further primary care software integration with NCSR A third provider has integrated with the National Cancer Screening Register to boost participation in under-screened communities.
Pandemic delays cancer diagnoses Research shows a new pandemic could be just over the horizon, and this time it’s cancer.
Australia continues push to eliminate cervical cancer The Federal Government has pledged almost $6 million towards the goal of eliminating the disease by 2035.
Criteria for cervical self-collection tests set to expand The self-collection pathway will be available to all eligible cervical cancer screening participants from next year, with ongoing GP guidance.
Targeted antenatal screening for social supports ‘essential’ Depression and anxiety among pregnant women is already high – but it significantly increases among those with low levels of support.