Pandemic results in nearly 100,000 fewer GP visits, MBS data reveals Concerns over coronavirus and burdening the health system have seen people put off consultations and tests for management of chronic illnesses.
Women less likely to have heart disease and die from it than men But experts advise interpreting the results of a global study with caution.
Drastic drop in cancer and heart attack patients linked to COVID-19 Experts fear a sharp rise in delayed diagnosis and treatment due to coronavirus anxiety could overwhelm the hospital system once the pandemic is over.
Deaths from congenital heart disease are declining A new report shows that congenital heart disease is more likely to be experienced as a complex, ongoing condition.
Closing gaps in monitoring heart health Two large-scale studies have highlighted how surveillance of heart conditions can be boosted in general practice, aiding in prevention and management.
MBS item changes to impact GPs GPs now have to update billing practices related to heart health assessments, telehealth consultations, eating disorders and colonoscopy.
The heart disease type that’s bucking downward trends Rates of heart disease death in Australia are in decline – except for those caused by atrial fibrillation, a condition that often flies under the radar.
Premature menopause increases cardiovascular disease: Research New research has discovered a dose-response relationship between cardiovascular disease and onset of menopause.
‘Really complicated’: Lifestyle factors and city–rural health gaps Even meeting the same dietary and physical guidelines, there would still be far more people dying of heart disease in the country than in the city.
New dietary advice causes rethink of dairy, eggs, meat Full-fat dairy and eggs are back on the table, but Australians have been urged to rethink their red-meat intake.