Treating hypertension lowers risk of dementia: Study New research suggests proven hypertension interventions could help reduce the incidence and impact of dementia.
General practice ‘not recognised’ in mental health agreement The RACGP says the Productivity Commission’s review of a new national agreement must include the crucial role GPs play in mental health care.
In Practice: Call to join funding reform working groups The RACGP is seeking members to join Funding and Health System Reform Working Groups on business viability and compliance.
New cervical screening guidelines broaden self-collect options The incoming guidelines bring simplification ‘without compromising quality and safety’ and increase the role of self-collection.
Australian-first STI self-test receives TGA approval The test for chlamydia and gonorrhoea could result in timelier diagnosis, but are there implications of doing so outside the healthcare setting?
Preventive care for atrial fibrillation currently ‘less than ideal’ More than four-in-10 patients hospitalised with the condition die within a decade, according to a new Australian study.
Study calls for population-wide genomic screening Expanded testing for three genetic conditions could save lives and money, Monash University research suggests.
In Practice: New infection control resource The RACGP has released its fifth edition guidelines for infection prevention and control in general practices.
Study looks at digital approach to secondary heart attack prevention New Australian research finds post-hospitalisation text messaging program can help improve lifestyle risk factors for heart attack survivors.
‘Sometimes hospitals don’t realise what GPs can do’ Ten COVID-positive aged care residents in Queensland recently avoided a costly and potentially damaging hospital trip, thanks to quick-thinking GPs.