RACGP makes CPD simple and seamless for GPs In response to member feedback, the college is launching an intuitive new platform with a stronger focus on education.
Questions raised over WHO’s seemingly conflicting COVID-19 advice The World Health Organization has said asymptomatic spread is ‘very rare’, leading some to ask why it recently advised healthy people to wear a mask when unable to socially distance.
Antiviral becomes first recommended treatment for COVID-19 newsGP speaks with the Chair of Australia’s National COVID-19 Clinical Evidence Taskforce about the recommended use of remdesivir.
Melbourne to get second safe-injecting room The news follows a review of the city’s first facility, though questions remain as to the choice of a site near the busy Queen Victoria Market.
Questions over WHO decision to pause global hydroxychloroquine trial Studies drawing on data collected by a little-known US company have been called into question by the medical community.
New research finds link between COVID-19 and lower humidity If COVID-19 is a seasonal illness, is Australia’s easing of social distancing restrictions going into winter a good idea?
Greater access to ‘life changing’ asthma drugs on PBS Patients with mild and severe forms of asthma now have wider access to effective treatment, helping to curb anxiety amid the pandemic.
Remdesivir under review by national COVID-19 taskforce newsGP speaks to taskforce Chair Associate Professor Julian Elliott about the latest guidance for the care of coronavirus patients.
New app helps people monitor COVID-19 symptoms The technology supports those in self-isolation to monitor symptoms from home, and to identify their mental health needs.
GP webinar series: The neurobiology of weight change The upcoming Rethink Obesity webcast will give GPs insight into leveraging pharmacotherapy and behavioural therapy for weight management.