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Most patients have positive GP experiences: AIHW

Most patients have positive GP experiences: AIHW

The majority of survey respondents said their GP listened carefully, spent enough time with them and showed respect for what they had to say.


GP-led research finds management of CVD ‘suboptimal’

GP-led research finds management of CVD ‘suboptimal’

But it highlights the need for a person-centred model of care, according to lead author Associate Professor Charlotte Hespe.


Saving lives and money: Report provides ‘powerful economic argument’ for primary care funding

Saving lives and money: Report provides ‘powerful economic argument’ for primary care funding

New research shows increased investment in preventive health would pay for itself many times over.


New rheumatic heart disease strategy to help save hundreds of lives

New rheumatic heart disease strategy to help save hundreds of lives

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are 60 times more likely to experience RHD than non-Indigenous Australians.


Further cases of PIMS-TS likely in Australia

Further cases of PIMS-TS likely in Australia

Though rare, it is possible more children may have developed the inflammatory syndrome.


‘Important’ study shows gout medication can halt coronary disease progression

‘Important’ study shows gout medication can halt coronary disease progression

The major clinical trial found use of low dose colchicine reduces heart attacks and the need for coronary stenting or bypass surgery by 30%.


Less air pollution may be the upside of lockdowns

Less air pollution may be the upside of lockdowns

But do the associated health benefits outweigh economic concerns and issues of mental health?


Setting the benchmark for diabetes prevention and management

Setting the benchmark for diabetes prevention and management

The RACGP’s updated resource provides comprehensive guidance for primary care teams and outlines emerging challenges in the field of diabetes.


Childhood obesity linked to poor heart health signs at 11–12 years

Childhood obesity linked to poor heart health signs at 11–12 years

Dr James Best speaks to newsGP about the important role GPs can play in addressing childhood overweight and obesity.


Statins reduce mortality in over 75s – even if no signs of plaque

Statins reduce mortality in over 75s – even if no signs of plaque

New research adds to growing evidence in favour of using the medication as a primary prevention measure.


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