Mental health processes a major aspect of life insurance overhaul Consumer experience of the life insurance industry is set to improve, particularly in claims and assessments for mental health conditions.
Heat and health: 2018 was Australia’s third hottest year on record As politicians argue over climate change policy, temperatures continue to rise – and GPs are at the forefront of treating people suffering the effects.
Intermittent fasting delivers results for women with obesity Research has found women with obesity who followed a strict diet involving intermittent fasting lost more weight than those undertaking other methods.
Quality of home care providers for older Australians under fire As the Government announces a funding boost for home care packages to tackle a bloated waiting list, the quality of providers has come under scrutiny.
A plan to boost youth health in Sydney The Inner West Sydney Youth Health and Wellbeing Plan aims to help young people achieve better access to services specific to their needs.
Study finds modifiable risk factors may have impact on dementia A large-scale research project analysing the global burden of dementia places strong emphasis on the importance of preventive healthcare.
State of play: For and against pill testing This summer has already seen two overdose deaths and a number of hospitalisations at Australian music festivals, re-energising the debate over the implementation of pill testing. newsGP explores various aspects of the debate.
GPs on frontline of drug dependency in rural and remote areas Australia’s country GPs are often the first – and only – healthcare contact for people struggling with addiction in rural areas.
Can they really say that? GPs and online reviews Dr Steven Kaye talks about helping GPs on the thorny question of how to respond – or not – to patients’ online comments.
Victoria leads in international study on bowel cancer care But cancer expert Professor Jon Emery cautions against complacency.