Skin cancer scholarships launch They offer 12 GPs based in regional Queensland access to education materials designed to help better detect and treat the disease.
Disparities in breast cancer care uncovered New research highlights the need for equitable and culturally safe care to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.
GP tool aims to reduce time to pancreatic cancer diagnosis A new digital clinical decision tool is hoped to support ‘faster, more confident’ decision-making and aid early diagnosis.
Latest GP guidance for breast cancer prevention AJGP shifts the focus from early screening to include prevention, from lifestyle modification to risk-reducing medications.
New medication for treatment resistant depression added to PBS The nasal spray is available from 1 May to eligible patients, but a GP expert remains concerned about its accessibility.
First look at early detection prostate cancer draft guidelines Currently out for consultation, the new guidelines reflect significant changes to the screening process.
In Practice: Member meet-up with RACGP President Connect with the President and NSW&ACT Chair about key developments, advocacy plans and the college’s latest initiatives.
Breast cancer screening is ripe for change Experts say a woman’s risk, not just her age, should be assessed, as they provide an evidence-based roadmap towards better screening.
Blood test boosts colorectal cancer chemotherapy precision: Study New Australian research has found blood tests can allow for more precision in determining treatment pathways for colon cancer.
Opioid agonist treatment prevents hundreds of suicides: Study Australian research predicts the treatment has prevented around 300 suicide deaths among NSW patients with opioid use disorder.