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.
Aged care residents’ nutrition a ‘false sense of security’ Research presented at the royal commission examined approaches to improving nutrition – and quality of life – for aged care residents.
Practice owners encouraged to boost PEP participation Expressions of interest for the Practice Experience Program are now open, with applications for the 2020 intake open from 19 August.
Cultural identification and disease assessment in general practice The RACGP has released two new clinical audits to assist GPs in identification of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
How does sleep affect health? It is a necessary part of life but sleep is not always prioritised, which experts say can have a larger impact on health than people realise.
Working to further general practice research The RACGP Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2019 grants and awards.