Almost all blood pressure medications reduce migraine: Study The drugs could be used much more widely as an inexpensive preventive measure, new research suggests.
Massive growth in use of cervical self-collection screening Use of the screening option has at least doubled in each quarter since eligibility expanded, MBS statistics show.
What’s been included in the first stage of 60-day dispensing? Ninety-two medicines could become eligible for extended dispensing as early as September.
Rural clinic celebrates quarter century of community service Times have changed in the past 25 years, but this award-winning general practice’s close connection with the people it serves has remained.
In Practice: AGPT Academic Post applications now open Successful applicants will receive hands-on experience in teaching and research, while enhancing their skills in academia.
Study links gas stoves with leukaemia carcinogen A single cooktop burner on high can raise indoor levels of benzene above those found in second-hand tobacco smoke, research suggests.
People seeking help for alcohol reaches decade-long peak Almost half of all substance use treatment episodes involve alcohol as a drug of concern, new data shows.
Low-dose aspirin increases anaemia risk: Study Researchers suggest regular monitoring for anaemia should be considered for older adults who regularly take the medication.
GPs encouraged to prepare for opioid dependence changes All opioid dependence treatment medicines will be listed on the PBS from next month, in news welcomed by the RACGP.
At-risk Australians lack awareness about heart failure Two in three people susceptible to heart disease do not recognise that they are at risk, a new nationwide survey has found.