Bringing family violence out of the shadows Eleven years after her son was murdered, Rosie Batty will speak at a RACGP event empowering GPs to support patients experiencing abuse.
‘Unmet need’ for a vaccine to counter Strep A rise: Study Australia’s recent rise in cases is matching overseas trends despite the different seasons, according to new research.
Study identifies main source of Strep A transmission Researchers say that prevention and control strategies such as vaccines should consider the role of throat carriage, not just skin infections.
‘Duty of care’ to help Close the Gap: RACGP leaders The college hosted a webinar to mark National Reconciliation Week and explore this year’s theme: ‘Be a Voice for Generations’.
Smoke and vapours: RACGP warns of Big Tobacco research drive A recent investigation revealed the world’s largest tobacco company has poured hundreds of millions of dollars into vaping research.
Heart attack risk: Is expanded cholesterol testing warranted? Some specialists say screening is needed to detect ‘bad cholesterol’ linked to heart attacks in younger people, but the RACGP is cautious.
Strep A cases on the rise We must remember our earliest hygiene lessons as vaccine trials continue, writes Professor Michael Good.
Become A GP: RACGP launches campaign to boost GP workforce The new campaign aims to inspire medical students and junior doctors to specialise in general practice.
In Practice: update to ‘gold standard’ general practice resource The RACGP Library now has the latest edition of John Murtagh’s General practice available for members.
Leadership during COVID Dr Ai-Vee Chua joins Rebekah and Charlotte to discuss leadership during COVID in the rural and remote areas of Australia.