‘Alarming’: Study reveals kids’ chronic disease impact Research found 46% of Australian adolescents live with a chronic disease or developmental condition. What can GPs do to create change?
Gaps to fill in follow-up care of preterm babies New guidance is out for best practice and coordinating timely referrals to address inconsistencies in the care of babies born before 32 weeks.
No progress on lowering preterm birth rate in past decade: WHO More than 150 million babies were born early between 2010–20, a new report highlighting the global ‘silent emergency’ shows.
GP lobbies Health Minister as paediatrics access reaches ‘tipping point’ The issue has been called a nationwide crisis and GPs are calling for more support to help improve outcomes for families.