Experts to explore ‘vital’ role of sleep for wellbeing GPs can join a CPD-approved webinar examining the latest sleep health advances, to ensure patients’ sleep is ‘on their agenda’.
‘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.
Olaparib and anifrolumab added to PBS The treatments for breast cancer and lupus have now been added to the scheme, alongside medicines for leukaemia and insomnia.
Small study suggests nasal spray could help sleep apnoea While still in its infancy, a shift away from ‘burdensome’ CPAP machines would likely improve treatment access and adherence.
How to treat co-existing insomnia and sleep apnoea While the comorbid condition can be managed in general practice, the pace of emerging research has made it challenging for GPs to stay up to speed.
Trial aims to improve therapy access for insomnia The pilot is designed to better support GPs with management, referral pathways and non-drug interventions for patients with insomnia.
Which baby sleep interventions are most effective? With many parents now using behavioural sleep interventions, a new study examines which of the most common work best and cause the least harm.
Translating sleep disorder research into clinical settings A new GP education program will include an implementation network to improve access and use of sleep disorder resources in primary care.
All-inclusive sleep health resources to assist GPs New living guidelines for primary care aim to provide GPs with stepwise management options to help patients with common sleep disorders.
New referral pathways to manage insomnia The aim is to support GPs in managing insomnia and to reduce medication use in patients.