05 Sep 2023
AHPRA reveals next phase of cosmetic medicine crackdown
Botox, fillers, and social media influencers will be in the medical regulator’s sights, as the number of botched procedures skyrockets.
04 Sep 2023
How to treat co-existing insomnia and sleep apnoea
While the comorbid condition can be managed in general practice, the pace of emerging research has made it challenging for GPs to stay up to speed.
04 Sep 2023
Another COVID-19 booster for over-75s: ATAGI
The new guidance was released at the same time as an announcement on the upcoming closure of the COVID-19 Vaccination Training Program.
01 Sep 2023
RENTOKIL INITIAL PARTNERS WITH ASTHMA AUSTRALIA TO EDUCATE AUSTRALIANS ON INDOOR AIR QUALITY
With 2.7 million Australians affected by asthma in Australia1, Rentokil Initial has launched a new partnership with Asthma Australia to educate Aussies on the benefits of indoor air quality in reducing asthma and allergy symptoms
01 Sep 2023
‘What a bloody privilege’: Dr O’Kane’s tale of rural medicine
The GP, currently working and living in a remote NT community, reflects on the rewards and adventure of a life she has forged against the odds.
01 Sep 2023
RACGP’s seven-point plan for general practice and the NDIS
The relationship between general practice and the NDIS has not always been easy. Here is what the college believes could make it better.
01 Sep 2023
Simple SMS prompt improves heart health
A Heart Foundation pilot program that sent out 42,000 text messages to eligible patients resulted in a 14-fold increase in check-ups with GPs.
31 Aug 2023
In Practice: Future Leaders
Applications for the college’s leadership program, which attracts more than 40 CPD hours, will open soon.
31 Aug 2023
Researchers develop improved dementia screening tool
The new test can more accurately predict a person’s 14-year risk of developing the disease when compared with other widely used tools.
31 Aug 2023
New blood test predicts preeclampsia risk
The test looks for changes to the chemical tagging of DNA in the mother’s blood, determining patients at highest risk down the track.