Health snapshot of the ‘typical Australian’ The average Australian is a non-smoker and has never smoked, does 42 minutes of daily exercise, is overweight or obese, and does not eat enough vegetables, according to a new report from the ABS.
Understanding breast cancer risk factors A new website from Cancer Australia can help women and health professionals better understand the evidence behind 68 different risk factors for breast cancer.
Hardline approach to pill testing ‘failing’ to save lives A teenager’s death following a suspected drug overdose on the weekend has sparked further debate about pill testing.
GP visits lower risk of hospitalisation and death following a heart attack A report from the AIHW has found that regular GP visits can keep patients with coronary heart disease away from the emergency department.
Rural and remote mental health crisis needs national strategy: Senate report Australians who live outside of the city experience poor mental health at much higher rates than those in rural and remote areas. What can be done?
Tired of waking up tired: Sleep disorders in general practice Whether it’s insomnia or something more sinister, a large – and growing – number of Australians are finding a good night’s sleep frustratingly out of reach.
Treating occupational cancers in general practice Even in the face of greater awareness of preventive measures, Australia’s rates of occupational cancers have not declined.
Up to a quarter of ED presentations are alcohol-related: Report ‘Emergency departments are becoming like pubs’: One in four weekend emergency department presentations at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne occurred following alcohol consumption.
Which way forward for GP shared maternity care? Dr Wendy Burton is raising the alarm over threats to shared antenatal care.
How can GPs best approach patients dependent on opioids? Showing empathy is vital for all patients with opioid dependence – even if they are seeking drugs.