RACGP’s KFP exam report: Tips to improve outcomes The 2019.2 Key Feature Problem exam report outlines key areas to assist candidates when preparing for and sitting the exam.
Working towards zero: World Suicide Prevention Day The Australian Government has called suicide prevention a national priority, committing to a ‘zero target’.
Further education key to guiding patients towards healthy lifestyles Results from a recent survey indicate GPs would benefit from more professional development opportunities and clinical decision-making tools.
Breaking down healthcare barriers for vulnerable populations Specialist services are helping to address accessibility issues for the community’s most vulnerable.
Silicosis: Australia’s ‘emerging occupational health epidemic’ With barriers to early detection, the RACGP has developed a learning activity to better support GPs in diagnosis and management of silicosis.
RACGP launches new program for specialist IMGs The new PEP Specialist Stream provides enhanced support to specialist international medical graduates.
Government urged to subsidise flu shot for under five-year-olds The Victorian Health Minister echoes PBAC recommendations to include flu vaccinations for children under five years.
One in nine Australian women aged 40–44 has endometriosis A new AIHW report has shed light on women living with endometriosis, but there are fears the numbers may actually be much higher.
Stepped-care model developed to improve youth mental health A new online service aims to help identify previously unknown students who are experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Social media and teens’ mental health Frequent use of social media can present particular risk to the mental health of teenage girls, according to new studies from the UK.