Concerns flagged for ‘alarming’ teen weight loss trend Research prompts calls for GPs to help regulate use of non-prescribed weight-loss products among teens displaying ‘risk-taking behaviour’.
Research provides hope for type 1 diabetes ‘cure’ Further trials are needed, but the use of rare cancer drugs to assist in restoring insulin production is showing promise.
In Practice: New digital assignment of benefit form A digital approval form is now available to support electronic assignment of benefit for telehealth services.
‘Incredible community spirit’: Queensland’s flooding fight Towns turned into islands, residents on roofs, roads becoming rivers – GPs in the Far North have shared their stories as the area is inundated.
In Practice: End of the CPD year Members should aim to complete their 2023 CPD requirements by 31 December and can check their progress via myCPD.
‘Completely preventable’ asthma deaths skyrocket by 32% The concerning trend saw 467 Australians die last year, but experts say most could have been avoided with the right safeguards in place.
Diabetes medication shortage worsens Access to treatment is becoming increasingly dire for patients, with GPs predicting a shortage of tirzepatide will add to an already long list of supply issues.
GPs can now approve glucose monitors for DVA card holders Access to the technology should significantly improve quality of life for veterans with diabetes, but patients without DVA cards still face barriers.
Pain and Musculoskeletal procedures - part one In this episode of The Good GP, Dr Robin Park, a GP and pain specialist, joins host Dr Sean Stevens to discuss procedures in pain management.
New program offers fit-for-purpose preventive care The Chair of Healthy Habits says it is a ‘critical tool’ that can support behaviour change and strengthen the therapeutic relationship.