Academic Post Program a ‘fantastic experience’ Applications open in May, allowing general practice registrars to combine research, medical education and critical thinking skills.
‘Almost untreatable’ superbug linked to common antibiotic In a way ‘never seen before’, one antibiotic has been found to be driving resistance to another and exposing patients to superbugs.
RACGP slams sweeping pharmacy scope expansion NSW pharmacists will be allowed to autonomously treat several more conditions, in an unexpected move labelled ‘reckless’.
Asthma breakthrough could prevent disease development New research is paving the way for an ‘exciting’ asthma treatment after scientists isolated a molecule crucial to long-term protection.
GPs asked to limit antibiotic scripts due to ‘unprecedented’ shortage A rise in pneumonia and whooping cough cases is exacerbating the situation, with azithromycin and clarithromycin particularly affected.
Pharmacy treatment of UTIs becoming an ‘unfortunate’ pattern The RACGP says ‘convenience and lobbying’ has won out in NSW, as pharmacists across the state are green lit to treat UTIs permanently.
In Practice: Rural workforce incentives An upcoming webinar will answer questions about Rural Advanced Skills WIP payments, including eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Wastewater confirms high level of antimicrobial resistance in aged care More than 90 resistant E. coli isolates were identified from just three facilities, suggesting concerning rates among one of Australia’s most vulnerable groups.
Alert issued over antibiotic-resistant gastro Doctors have called the drug-resistant infections a reminder about the public health threat posed by antimicrobial resistance.
Antibiotic resistance: Antidepressants an ‘overlooked phenomenon’ New Australian research has found a range of commonly prescribed medications for mental health can make bacteria resistant to antibiotics.