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.
Calls to prioritise influenza vaccine for general practice A recent survey found more than 50% of clinics report not receiving enough stock to meet patient demand.
GPs receive millions to further general practice Professor Jon Emery and Associate Professor Jason Ong speak to newsGP about their respective research.
National Reconciliation Week: ‘In this together’ All Australians are encouraged to consider and embrace this year’s theme, moving towards a more just, equitable and reconciled nation.
COVID-19 guidance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients The first set of clinical recommendations for the prevention and management of COVID-19 has been released.
Pandemic results in nearly 100,000 fewer GP visits, MBS data reveals Concerns over coronavirus and burdening the health system have seen people put off consultations and tests for management of chronic illnesses.
National COVID-19 taskforce cautions against hydroxychloroquine use The latest guidance for the care of coronavirus patients.