Study links semaglutide and suicidal ideation risk There are calls for urgent investigation into its impact on mental health, but GPs are urging caution when interpreting the research.
Research finds genetic link between Alzheimer’s and heart disease It is hoped the new insights into the connection between the two conditions could significantly change patient care.
What does the mpox emergency mean for GPs? Experts are urging Australian GPs to be on the lookout for symptoms among their patients, after the outbreak was declared a global emergency.
224 new GP Fellows for NSW The Fellows will now embark on the next stage of their career, with the RACGP President saying they are needed ‘more than ever’.
Tool developed to help GPs manage menopause The MenoPROMPT assessment program has been developed by a team of Australian experts to help GPs better manage menopause.
Youth mental health enters ‘dangerous phase’ A world-first study has found young people are in crisis, their mental health is worse than ever, and it will continue to deteriorate without urgent change.
Australian men have highest cancer rates: Study Research has found Australia tops the world for the prevalence of cancer in men, leading GPs to question what that says about our health system.
PBS additions for cancer and epilepsy Tens of thousands of patients each year are set to benefit from several first-time additions, including Zyamis and Tecentriq SC.
Misdiagnosis ‘inevitable’ as WA widens pharmacy prescribing GPs will be left out of the loop once again as WA joins other states in expanding the controversial program, despite dire warnings.
UK GPs’ historic collective action ‘serves as a warning’ GPs have started a work-to-rule action that could go on ‘indefinitely’, leading some to ask if the same thing will happen in Australia?