17 Aug 2023
Turmeric supplement warning after fatality: TGA
The health watchdog is calling on GPs to be aware of supplements containing the common spice after 18 consumers reported liver injuries.
16 Aug 2023
How is Eris different from other Omicron variants?
Recently classified as a ‘variant of interest’ by the WHO, EG.5.1 has been circulating in Australia since April.
10 Aug 2023
Senate blocks last-minute attempt to delay 60-day dispensing
Debate over extended dispensing headlined a chaotic day in Parliament House that eventually secured its planned adoption next month.
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.