Online contraception fictions outweigh facts: Study A study is raising concerns about birth control advice being spread on TikTok, and the increased risk of unplanned pregnancy.
A new script against loneliness With more than two in five young Australians feeling lonely, social prescribing is one way GPs can help, says an RACGP expert.
ATAGI advice on RSV vaccine The update offers clarity to GPs on the use of RSV vaccines, how to avoid errors, and steps to take in the event of incorrect use.
More support needed for GPs in HPV screening: Study GPs strongly support HPV self-collection, but many are hampered by knowledge gaps on extended genotyping, according to a new survey.
Colonoscopy wait times stretched People are at risk of cancer ‘they could have otherwise survived’ with recommended wait times blowing out, warns one RACGP expert.
Vasomotor symptoms key to perimenopause diagnosis A landmark study argues severe hot flushes and night sweats should be considered ahead of changes in menstrual cycle length.
TGA investigates spike in Vyvanse adverse event reports More than 300 reports have been made this year, but one ADHD expert worries the coverage is ‘undermining confidence’ in the drug.
RACGP Mount Isa visit spruiks remote GP work Travelling 1800 kilometres west of Brisbane, college leaders discussed remote general practice and incentives for registrars to go bush.
WA further expands pharmacy prescribing The state’s pharmacists will soon treat ear infections, acne and asthma, but the RACGP warns this could threaten patient safety.
‘There was nothing before this’: New IBD guidelines revealed A GP expert has welcomed the international consensus on dietary management of IBD, saying it provides practical recommendations and advice.