Long COVID guidelines updated ahead of expected ‘influx’ The RACGP has updated its guidelines following concerns that people with post-COVID-19 conditions have ‘flown under the radar’.
A smoke free society: Government urged to end tobacco sales Reducing supply is the ‘next natural step’, say researchers who argue it is time for authorities to focus on retailers, not consumers.
Counselling patients about smoking cessation SPONSORED: A new webinar will explore legislative changes to nicotine-containing vaping products and how to maximise evidence-based treatments.
In Practice: Smoking cessation guidance GPs can stay up to date on e-cigarette laws and treatment guidelines, and register for programs and events to help guide their practice.
GPs reminded of vaping changes Vaping products are now only accessible in Australia as a smoking-cessation tool via prescription.
People who smoke ‘significantly more likely to die’ from COVID And they are 80% more likely to be admitted to hospital than people who do not smoke, according to new research.
‘It can be quite insidious’: Identifying lung cancer New resources have been designed to help GPs notice the signs of lung cancer, which can be notoriously difficult to diagnose in general practice.
In Practice: How to prevent and manage patient aggression Also find out about new PBS changes, as well as CPD opportunities, vaping webinars and more.
Have GPs been supported for vaping to go prescription-only from October? Patients are already being urged to see their GP ahead of the change to discuss their smoking cessation options, even though the TGA is yet to register any nicotine vaping products.
How did the college advocate for members last month? The Federal Budget, pharmacy prescribing and new dedicated MBS item numbers for smoking cessation all elicited an RACGP response.