The rise in self-testing and the role of GPs The market for accessible home tests ranging from vitamin deficiency to STIs is booming. How far is this shifting the role of general practice?
‘My GP was a psychological anchor’: A patient’s long COVID story Struck down by debilitating long COVID, one patient shares her journey to recovery in a new podcast to support GPs with diagnosis and management.
2024’s top general practice stories From Wegovy and Mounjaro, to tongue cancer, RSV, and vitamin B toxicity, what were the stories most read by GPs this year?
New long COVID deep dive A podcast series has revealed new research findings, treatment options, and practical tips for GPs to introduce into their consultations.
GP wins top award for ‘global leadership in health’ From Brisbane to New York, former UN Medical Director and Queensland GP Dr Jillann Farmer has been honoured with a UQ Alumni Award.
Long COVID inflammation could impact heart: Study Research has revealed why some patients endure ongoing cardiovascular symptoms, with one GP saying the findings ‘may ease the suffering’.
COVID inquiry validates GP workforce impacts The long-awaited report details Australia’s pandemic response, confirming that GPs must be central to future planning and not left in the dark.
XEC: The newest COVID-19 variant to hit Australia The omicron subvariant has been reported across the world, but now, it has been detected in Australia too – here is what the experts know.
How can GPs best spot long COVID cases in children? A new study has revealed paediatric long COVID cases could have vastly different symptoms than adults, and may be going unnoticed.
COVID-19 Risk Calculator expanded GPs can now use the tool to undertake a personalised assessment for patients’ risk of developing long COVID-19 six months after infection.