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TGA approves HRT patch alternatives

TGA approves HRT patch alternatives

The ongoing short supply of hormone replacement therapy patches has resulted in the approval of a range of overseas alternatives.


Study urges tailored use of MHT

Study urges tailored use of MHT

Shared decision-making and an individualised approach are key when it comes to MHT, but there is an ‘urgent need’ for more research.


Puberty blocker pause leaves patients ‘languishing’

Puberty blocker pause leaves patients ‘languishing’

GPs caring for young trans people in Queensland will face ‘a very hard time’ following a pause on hormone therapy for under 18s.


TGA renews calls to limit new HRT patch prescriptions

TGA renews calls to limit new HRT patch prescriptions

The reoccurring shortages are now expected to last until the end of 2025, raising concerns from GPs about how to support their patients long-term.


‘Sleep psychologist’ directory to assist with de-prescribing

‘Sleep psychologist’ directory to assist with de-prescribing

The newly launched provider registry helps GPs refer insomnia patients to CBT – in a move away from prescribing benzodiazepines.


Tool developed to help GPs manage menopause

Tool developed to help GPs manage menopause

The MenoPROMPT assessment program has been developed by a team of Australian experts to help GPs better manage menopause.


Nurse practitioner Jardiance prescribing greenlit

Nurse practitioner Jardiance prescribing greenlit

It can now be prescribed by NPs as an initial or continuing therapy for chronic heart failure, but the change raises red flags with the RACGP.


Improving menopause diagnosis experiences

Improving menopause diagnosis experiences

Once taboo, menopause is now at the centre of several guides and toolkits, and experts are calling on GPs to read up on best practice treatment.


GPs encouraged to upskill in opioid dependence treatment

GPs encouraged to upskill in opioid dependence treatment

An RACGP program aims to help GPs better understand this ‘rewarding’ area of medicine and boost authorised prescriber numbers.


Consider MHT for bones: New menopause guideline

Consider MHT for bones: New menopause guideline

Almost a decade in the making, a toolkit refresh is the first to include advice on prescribing hormone therapy specifically for bone health.


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