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Diagnostics

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Path companies make millions from repeat tests

Perverse incentives drive pathology test inefficiencies…no wonder they’re resisting change

By Lynnette Hoffman

Neurology

Clinical Articles

Myasthenia gravis is on the rise, here’s what to look out for

It may be rare, but myasthenia gravis can have a profound impact on quality of life, and rates are rising, as neurologist Dr Fiona Chan explains

By Fiona Clark

Policy

Clinical Articles

Primary care involves more than GPs. A new review shows how patients can better access care

Australians today are more likely than previous generations to live with complex and chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and depression.

By Prof Stephen Duckett

Public health

Clinical Articles

Australian kids under 16 will soon be banned from social media – but parents still don’t know which apps are out

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese this week announced the age limit for his government’s controversial social media ban: children under 16. Here's what we know so far about the proposal...

By Prof Lisa Given

Dermatology

Clinical Articles

Clinical Quick Quiz – What is the most likely diagnosis for this pigmented patch?

A 47-year-old patient presents with a pigmented patch over the right abdomen that was previously biopsied as a benign lesion.

By Dr Philip Tong

Infectious diseases

Clinical Articles

Bird flu detected in a pig in the US

The United States Department of Agriculture last week reported that a pig on a backyard farm in Oregon was infected with bird flu.

By Prof Raina MacIntyre, Haley Stone

Policy

Clinical Articles

Pharmacy prescribing is now nation-wide: how will it impact your clinic?

With pharmacy prescribing now national, we asked GPs about the likely impact on the number of patients seeking appointments at their clinic.

By Lynnette Hoffman

Policy

Clinical Articles

Upload test results to My Health Record, or else? Poll results

The government is drafting legislation to withhold MBS payments from pathology and radiology companies that don't comply...

By Lynnette Hoffman

Diet and nutrition

Clinical Articles

The ‘nocebo effect’ in IBS: Why gluten might not be the real problem

An innovative clinical trial challenged patients with gluten, wheat or a nocebo - and tracked whether objective results changed their behaviours...

By Dr Caroline Seiler

Cardiology, Integrative medicine

Clinical Articles

ECG Quiz | 56-year-old male patient presents with non-specific mild 1/10 chest pain

Brush up on your diagnostic skills and ECG knowledge with this quick quiz.

By Prof Rukshen Weerasooriya

Public health

Clinical Articles

New smoking and vaping cessation guidelines

With new regulations on vaping taking effect last month, the RACGP launched updated guidance. Here are the key things you need to know.

By Lynnette Hoffman

Women's health

Clinical Articles

How to treat bacterial vaginosis

Recurrence is common, but this practical advice can help reduce the risk

By Fiona Clark

Articles

Path companies make millions from repeat tests

Perverse incentives drive pathology test inefficiencies…no wonder they’re resisting change

Myasthenia gravis is on the rise, here’s what to look out for

It may be rare, but myasthenia gravis can have a profound impact on quality of life, and rates are rising, as neurologist Dr Fiona Chan explains

Primary care involves more than GPs. A new review shows how patients can better access care

Australians today are more likely than previous generations to live with complex and chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and depression.

Australian kids under 16 will soon be banned from social media – but parents still don’t know which apps are out

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese this week announced the age limit for his government’s controversial social media ban: children under 16. Here's what we know so far about the proposal...

Clinical Quick Quiz – What is the most likely diagnosis for this pigmented patch?

A 47-year-old patient presents with a pigmented patch over the right abdomen that was previously biopsied as a benign lesion.

Bird flu detected in a pig in the US

The United States Department of Agriculture last week reported that a pig on a backyard farm in Oregon was infected with bird flu.

Pharmacy prescribing is now nation-wide: how will it impact your clinic?

With pharmacy prescribing now national, we asked GPs about the likely impact on the number of patients seeking appointments at their clinic.

Upload test results to My Health Record, or else? Poll results

The government is drafting legislation to withhold MBS payments from pathology and radiology companies that don't comply...

The ‘nocebo effect’ in IBS: Why gluten might not be the real problem

An innovative clinical trial challenged patients with gluten, wheat or a nocebo - and tracked whether objective results changed their behaviours...

ECG Quiz | 56-year-old male patient presents with non-specific mild 1/10 chest pain

Brush up on your diagnostic skills and ECG knowledge with this quick quiz.

New smoking and vaping cessation guidelines

With new regulations on vaping taking effect last month, the RACGP launched updated guidance. Here are the key things you need to know.

How to treat bacterial vaginosis

Recurrence is common, but this practical advice can help reduce the risk

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Perverse incentives drive pathology test inefficiencies…no wonder they’re resisting change

It may be rare, but myasthenia gravis can have a profound impact on quality of life, and rates are rising, as neurologist Dr Fiona Chan explains

Australians today are more likely than previous generations to live with complex and chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and depression.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese this week announced the age limit for his government’s controversial social media ban: children under 16. Here's what we know so far about the proposal...

A 47-year-old patient presents with a pigmented patch over the right abdomen that was previously biopsied as a benign lesion.

The United States Department of Agriculture last week reported that a pig on a backyard farm in Oregon was infected with bird flu.

With pharmacy prescribing now national, we asked GPs about the likely impact on the number of patients seeking appointments at their clinic.

The government is drafting legislation to withhold MBS payments from pathology and radiology companies that don't comply...

An innovative clinical trial challenged patients with gluten, wheat or a nocebo - and tracked whether objective results changed their behaviours...

Brush up on your diagnostic skills and ECG knowledge with this quick quiz.

With new regulations on vaping taking effect last month, the RACGP launched updated guidance. Here are the key things you need to know.

Recurrence is common, but this practical advice can help reduce the risk

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