Men’s health ‘secondary consideration’ in pregnancy planning A study found men must be more included in preconception and antenatal care. GPs can help ease the imbalance, says an RACGP expert.
A tool to stem the antimicrobial tide A simple online ‘toolbox’ currently being trialled is hoped to help support GPs in their crucial role as antimicrobial stewards.
Data helps target skin cancer screening A new AIHW report shows how linked data is being used to shape the national skin cancer screening program ‘roadmap’.
Early intervention key for teen mental health While a landmark study identifies risks and protective factors, mental health ‘cannot be solved with a prescription’, says a GP expert.
Campaign targets GPs’ syphilis testing blind spots It aims to equip GPs with practical tools for early detection and testing, as research shows a lack of confidence among some doctors.
How do hormones alter women’s ADHD symptoms? An expert says GPs must be aware of hormonal shifts’ impact on ADHD, as research raises awareness of symptoms ‘outside of the male centric model’.
Is screening reflecting the realities of multicultural Australia? New GP-led research is investigating gestational diabetes and long-term health risks among women in Australia’s diverse communities.
PBAC issues update on subsidised access to GLP-1s As a PBS listing for Wegovy advances, the committee has detailed exactly how GLP-1 drugs could be accessed, advising a ‘slow and managed’ rollout.
RACGP pushes back on expanding weight-loss drugs for kids Ozempic manufacturer Novo Nordisk says children with obesity could benefit from the drugs, but the college warns holistic care will be replaced and health budgets blown.
‘No evidence’ cannabis works for most mental health disorders: Review The largest-ever review of its kind found no evidence for cannabinoids as an effective treatment of depression, anxiety or PTSD.