25 Jun 2024
Victoria announces permanent pill testing program
The drug checking service will begin this summer and attend up to 10 music festivals and events throughout an 18-month ‘implementation trial’.
24 Jun 2024
Opioid tool aims to help GPs have ‘challenging’ conversations
With prescription opioid harm on the rise in Australia and new regulations requiring annual patient reviews, ROOM could save GPs valuable time.
24 Jun 2024
Australia’s ‘significant’ cancer disparities laid bare
Parts of the country are recording diagnosis rates double the national average, while survival chances vary widely based on where patients live.
24 Jun 2024
Australia registers record influx of overseas doctors
But with many relocating to escape their local healthcare systems, the RACGP fears what the future may hold should Australia follow a similar path.
21 Jun 2024
Mirena lifespan extended to eight years
With Australian uptake still relatively low, it is hoped the change will encourage more women to consider the long-acting reversible contraception
21 Jun 2024
Concern as avian influenza detected at commercial poultry farm
While one expert warns the virus could lead to the next major pandemic, another says the risk is only small at this stage. What do we know?
21 Jun 2024
GPs asked to limit antibiotic scripts due to ‘unprecedented’ shortage
A rise in pneumonia and whooping cough cases is exacerbating the situation, with azithromycin and clarithromycin particularly affected.
18 Jun 2024
Infant spinal manipulation ban reinstated
The Chiropractic Board of Australia has bowed to concerns raised by medical bodies following a request from health ministers.
20 Jun 2024
Cost a major factor for missed genetic testing during pregnancyz
With no Medicare rebate, financial barriers are preventing many pregnant people from accessing non-invasive screening for common genetic conditions.
20 Jun 2024
Only 29% of clinical guidelines offer advice on deprescribing
Researchers believe clinicians should have more support, but a prominent GP says numerous barriers make this a difficult proposition