Experts welcome upward trend of cervical self-collection By the end of 2023, self-collected HPV samples accounted for 27% of all tests, demonstrating a ‘valuable tool’ to increase uptake.
Free RSV vaccines for WA aged care residents An estimated 15,000 people are expected to get a subsidised Arexvy vaccine – a reform long advocated for by the RACGP.
Study finds MHT not linked to increased risk of death It tracked 900,000 women for 14 years, but experts urge nuance when interpreting its results, saying key factors were not considered.
‘Supportive, empathetic conversations’ key to easing vaccine hesitancy As confidence in kids’ vaccinations declines, experts have outlined strategies for GPs to rebuild trust with concerned parents.
New psoriasis treatment added to PBS Wynzora, used for chronic stable plaque-type psoriasis vulgaris, is now listed – a change expected to benefit 141,000 patients.
TGA warning after sildenafil found in collagen supplement The regulator found the undeclared medication used for treating erectile dysfunction in laboratory tests of the product.
Critical antimicrobial resistances up by 25% Findings from the latest CDC report further underline the need for improved prescribing practices and public awareness of the ‘silent pandemic of our age’.
Pertussis case surge ‘a very big concern’ Cases have reached a 35-year high, with GPs key to helping patients understand ‘what’s relevant, what’s real’.
Clinical guide for MDMA PTSD treatment released The world-first guide is aimed at GPs and other health professionals, with one GP labelling it ‘really sensible and really thorough’.
Date set for needle-free flu vaccine rollout Queensland GPs can offer kids intranasal flu vaccines from 1 March – marking the start of a long-awaited vaccination shake-up.