Does new evidence for paracetamol preventing febrile seizures stack up? Dr Casey Parker reviews a recent paper from the paediatric literature that has ‘created a small stir’.
New guides reshaping lung cancer care Two new Cancer Australia guides aim at driving better outcomes for people diagnosed with Australia’s deadliest cancer.
Surgical termination of pregnancy to commence in Tasmania The Department of Health has announced a new clinic to provide low-cost surgical termination of pregnancy.
What is Japanese encephalitis virus and how can I avoid it when I travel? Australians travelling in Asia are being warned not to be complacent about this mosquito-borne disease.
New protections for older Australians Federal Minister for Senior Australians and Aged Care Ken Wyatt has announced two new initiatives designed to tackle elder abuse.
One year on: Marriage equality and LGBTQI health On the first anniversary of Australia’s vote for same-sex marriage, two GPs reflect on its impact.
Supporting patients and their families on World Diabetes Day Dr Gary Deed writes about how GPs can best help people with diabetes – as well as their families.
GP questions usefulness of NSW ice inquiry The NSW Government has announced a Special Commission of Inquiry into the use of ice, but Dr Hester Wilson has doubts about its impact.
Government commitment to support parents with perinatal depression and anxiety The Federal Government has announced a $300,000 funding injection to support expectant and new parents.
Antibiotic resistance: Australia is getting better, but has room to improve Three-quarters of Australians are aware of the term ‘antibiotic resistance’.