Overwhelming response to Health of the Nation A growing undercurrent of stress and frustration appears to have been the driving force behind record participation in this year’s survey.
Australia records fifth Japanese encephalitis death The latest confirmed death has prompted health authorities to remind GPs of their role in vaccination uptake.
Q&A with WONCA World President-elect Associate Professor Karen Flegg discusses the significance of World Family Doctor Day and the 2023 WONCA World Conference.
Key updates to ‘living’ stroke guidelines The first major update since 2018 contains several new strong recommendations for the management of stroke.
Should paracetamol be up scheduled? The TGA has launched a review to inform whether changes to the scheduling and access controls of paracetamol are necessary.
Update to national asthma guidelines The Australian Asthma Handbook V2.2 includes information on exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, vaping and newly available medications.
In Practice: Diabetes medication shortage Strong demand for semaglutide has prompted the TGA to ask that GPs exercise care regarding off-label prescription of the medication.
National strategy ‘crucial’ to food security and obesity prevention The rising cost of living is a key barrier to healthy eating and curbing higher obesity rates. Can GPs help?
Important changes to family violence information sharing The RACGP has updated its White Book in response to new requirements regarding the way information is shared across services and organisations.
New data reveal COVID’s impact on cancer screening The pandemic brought a drop in all national cancer screening programs, but there are signs of recovery.