Teens’ contraception needs left wanting in regional areas: Study Rural GPs say knowledge and access remain barriers to contraception options for teens. However, gaps also exist among GPs.
Call for GPs’ role expansion in responding to partner violence A new survey found almost half of women report experiencing family violence, leading experts to call for bolstered education for GPs and systemic healthcare changes.
RACGP accepts new antidepressant deprescribing resource Tapering patients off antidepressants is a ‘poorly understood area in clinical practice’. A drug-specific, step-by-step resource, now recognised by the RACGP, aims to change that.
Australia caught napping on sleep policy Sleep must be made ‘a national health priority’, says a new statement, recommending improved training for health professionals.
GPs remain the frontline in vaccination With the WHO warning global immunisation gains are at risk, an RACGP expert says GPs are best placed to get vaccination rates up.
Less knowledge, more testing at core of STI increase Sexual health is a ‘core part of general practice’ that needs to be better supported in the management of STIs, says an RACGP expert.
Excess fat and sugar can harm brain function: Study GPs have even more reason to warn patients of the risks of diets high in fat and sugar, with world-first research showing impacts beyond the physical.
LARC uptake shows general practice investment ‘gets you results’ New research shows that, with the right support, GPs can have a profound impact on patients’ access to the most effective form of contraception.
General practice ‘not recognised’ in mental health agreement The RACGP says the Productivity Commission’s review of a new national agreement must include the crucial role GPs play in mental health care.
Shingles vaccine linked to dementia risk reduction The new research found those vaccinated had their risk of new dementia diagnoses reduced by 20% over seven years.