Call for ‘soft launch’ of lung cancer screening program The RACGP’s call comes ahead of a new national program, with a ‘slow build-up of screening’ urged to mitigate extra GP workload.
Grant program opens to develop silicosis training Proposals are being sought for the training of healthcare professionals to help the diagnosis and treatment of dust diseases.
Two Australians diagnosed with mesothelioma each day: AIHW While symptoms of the deadly disease can take decades to present, GPs need to be aware of full occupational history, an expert says.
‘Great concern’ for predicted silicosis rates New modelling projects around 10,000 Australians will develop lung cancer directly related to silica dust. What can be done to reduce these numbers?
High burden of skin cancer continues to rise Around two in three Australians will develop skin cancers in their lifetime − and that rate is steadily increasing according to fresh research.
‘Disturbing’ rise in young-onset gastrointestinal cancers Local and international experts are worried about the rising numbers of young people under 50 being diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancers.
World-first guideline for work-related mental health conditions People experiencing work-related mental health issues take up to three times longer to return to work than those with physical injuries.
Treating occupational cancers in general practice Even in the face of greater awareness of preventive measures, Australia’s rates of occupational cancers have not declined.
Minimising violence in the healthcare setting New data shows that GPs and other healthcare workers are high on the list of people who may experience occupational violence.