New research again confirms no link between MMR vaccine and autism The 20-year study, the largest of its kind, comprehensively invalidated claims that the MMR vaccine increases the risk of developing ASD.
‘The most rewarding thing I’ve ever done’: GP-led alcohol detox Dr Chris Davis talks about his model of GP-led home detox for mild-to-moderate alcohol dependency, and his hopes for its wider adoption in Australia.
Triggering past trauma Clinical psychologist Kim Felmingham examines the complexities of caring for people affected by the George Pell verdict.
Substance use during pregnancy GP and addiction medicine expert Dr Hester Wilson discusses how to best approach a complex issue.
Cancer Council calls on GPs The Cancer Council is asking for GP support for what it calls ‘the biggest campaign ever run in Australia to promote bowel cancer screening’.
Important psoriatic arthritis drug listed on the PBS Ixekizumab is available for patients with the life-long condition, which causes joints to become stiff, painful and often swollen.
Flood-affected areas to receive boost with GP telehealth services The Federal Government has announced it will provide essential telehealth support services for rural communities impacted by the Queensland floods.
Injuries the largest cause of death for people with autism: Study GP and autism advocate Dr James Best believes the results confirm people with ASD have a different set of health risk factors.
Going to Japan: ‘The travel advice that nobody’s talking about’ Dr Takako Kobayashi wants to improve health communication between Australia and Japan – and has travel medicine advice many may find surprising.
Millions given to end rheumatic heart disease Around $35 million has been earmarked to combat the illness, which kills up to 150 young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples a year.