RACGP Environmental and Social Governance investment policy As evidence of the planet’s changing environment continues to make itself clear, the RACGP is seeking member feedback to develop and finalise its Environmental and Social Governance investment policy.
Updated osteoarthritis guideline designed to reduce unnecessary imaging and surgery The RACGP has updated its Guideline for the management of knee and hip osteoarthritis, aiming to reduce overreliance on measures such as surgery, imaging technology and medication.
Ochre Day celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander male health Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander male health is too often framed in a negative light, according to the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation.
What is resignation syndrome and why is it affecting refugee children? Professor of psychiatry Louise Newman examines resignation syndrome and its impact on children in detention.
New cancer diagnoses have increased, but so have survival rates: AIHW report The Cancer Compendium web report, released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, shows cancer trends over time and points towards its direction in the future.
Calls for GPs to have greater role in maternity care Women in vulnerable patient populations are at risk because GPs are being pushed out of maternity care ‘too often without any discussion’, according to the Chair of the RACGP Specific Interests Antenatal/Postnatal Care network.
Dangerous mouthful: Push for more resources to manage allergies Australia may have come a long way in managing allergies, but National Allergy Strategy co-Chair Richard Loh says more needs to be done.
Talking about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder Early intervention can positively improve life outcomes of individuals with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
Talking to young migrant and refugee patients about sexual health Sex can be a difficult topic to broach, especially with young migrant or refugee people who may feel uncomfortable in the first place. How can GPs make it easier for these patients?
‘Rough sleepers’ most vulnerable people on Australian streets: Report Rough sleepers are the most visible population experiencing homelessness, and have more complex needs than other groups who access specialist homeless services.