09 Aug 2023
Is the number of GP consultations going down?
The use of MBS item 23 has fallen significantly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but telehealth is likely to have had an impact.
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
Spike in perinatal anxiety and depression
Poor mental health is skyrocketing amongst pregnant women, with many mothers-to-be still dismissing their symptoms.
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
Updated asthma charts for health professionals
The National Asthma Council Australia has released two essential charts – the Asthma & COPD Medications chart and Selecting & Adjusting Medication for Adults & Adolescents.
08 Aug 2023
Medical students’ interest in general practice dips
The proportion of final year students who signalled a preference for a career in general practice declined last year, according to a new report.
08 Aug 2023
GPs take climate fight to Parliament House
An army of doctors has descended on Parliament House to rally against a NT gas extraction proposal, labelling it ‘cancer alley’.
08 Aug 2023
RACGP provides further support for remote registrars
New guidelines aim to help maintain remote supervision opportunities and enable the placement of registrars in areas of need.
08 Aug 2023
The Rheumatic Fever Strategy, First Nations Leadership and Community Led Action
Keynote address to Australian pre–World Congress on RHD meeting Adelaide Convention Centre Monday 7 August 2023
08 Aug 2023
Cloud computing in general practice – what needs to be considered?
Dr Rob Hosking explores the basics of cloud computing in general practice, including the benefits and risks of cloud-based solutions.