Clinical update to National Cervical Screening Program guidelines Important pathway changes for women at intermediate risk of significant cervical abnormality come into effect on 1 February.
General practice ‘game changers’ receive Australia Day Honours A number of GPs were recognised for their service to medicine, along with other contributions they have made to various causes.
GP hands back Order of Australia Medal Dr Clara Tuck Meng Soo made the decision in protest of Margaret Court’s 2021 Australia Day honour.
RACGP gets a seat at the table on Mental Health Australia Board Dr Cathy Andronis, Chair of the RACGP Specific Interests Psychological Medicine network, will represent general practice.
Medical experts dispute claims of new COVID strain in SA State officials have reported a new ‘sneaky’ strain of COVID-19, but experts question suggestions of a uniquely shorter incubation period.
GPs already in action as part of SA’s response to new COVID cluster newsGP speaks with South Australia’s Deputy Chief Public Health Officer about the outbreak, which has sparked a rush on testing and potentially reached vulnerable parts of the community.
What is expected of Australia’s doctors? New code of conduct revealed The Medical Board’s updated code will come into effect from October and includes new sections on vexatious complaints and social media use.
Supporting GPs to diagnose lung cancer earlier A new Cancer Australia guide is designed to help health professionals investigate the symptoms and signs of lung cancer for an earlier diagnosis.
RACGP makes CPD simple and seamless for GPs In response to member feedback, the college is launching an intuitive new platform with a stronger focus on education.
Eye disease with Vision Australia This episode includes an interview with Nabill Jacob, orthoptist and relationships manager for Vision Australia, which covers common adult and paediatric eye diseases, as well as the conditions of which GPs should be aware.