09 Aug 2023

How is POTS related to long COVID?

Researchers are finding that many, but not all, cases of long COVID can be explained by postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.

09 Aug 2023

Vitamin D tests for children increased 30-fold over 15 years: Study

Despite the rise in tests, the research found ‘no significant differences’ in the likelihood of a diagnosis of low vitamin D levels.

09 Aug 2023

Spike in perinatal anxiety and depression

Poor mental health is skyrocketing amongst pregnant women, with many mothers-to-be still dismissing their symptoms.

07 Aug 2023

Hypertension quadpill cost effective: Study

A four-in-one high blood pressure pill would be an impactful and cost-effective addition to the Australian market, according to research.

04 Aug 2023

Free meningococcal B vaccine program expanded in Queensland

The State Government will follow the lead of South Australia in offering free vaccination to infants and adolescents from next year.

04 Aug 2023

Complexities of genetic carrier screening in focus

With MBS access to screening starting soon for those who are pregnant or planning pregnancy, newsGP looks at the likely impact on GPs.

03 Aug 2023

GPs ‘underutilised’ for hepatitis B care

Australia’s treatment targets are lagging behind, but GPs can help by playing a larger part in managing care, referral pathways and prescribing.

01 Aug 2023

Vitamin D deficiency: To test or not to test

What should GPs say to patients who request vitamin D tests that are not clinically indicated?

31 Jul 2023

Regulation ‘must keep pace’ with AI revolution: RACGP

While AI may help reduce the administrative burden for GPs significantly, a college submission has said regulatory concerns need addressing.

27 Jul 2023

Precision oncology launches across Australia

More than 23,000 people with incurable cancers are set to benefit from an initiative to fund genetic testing and identify targeted treatments.