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Diabetes and metabolism

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Is diabetes remission really as hard to achieve as a new study suggests?

We have known about cases of type 2 diabetes going into remission, or glucose levels going back to normal, since the 1960s. But how likely is it that this treatment will work outside of the carefully controlled environment of a clinical trial?

By Dr Duane Mellor, Craig Russell, Clinical A/Prof Srikanth Bellary

Dermatology

Clinical Articles

Clinical Quick Quiz – What’s the most appropriate management strategy for this patient?

A 71-year-old fit man presents with a biopsy proven basal cell carcinoma in the right conchal bowl

By Dr Philip Tong

Neurology

Clinical Articles

Assessing concussion in general practice

Expert provides practical tips on diagnosing concussion, what tests to do, and when imaging may be warranted...

By Lynnette Hoffman

Dermatology

Clinical Articles

Clinical Quick Quiz – What is the most likely diagnosis for this erythematous nodule?

A 16-year-old well boy presents with a rapidly progressing erythematous nodule on the thigh

By Dr Philip Tong

Women's health

Clinical Articles

The breast lump workup

While breast lumps are common, deciding what to do when someone presents with one can be tricky...

By Sophia Auld

Policy

Clinical Articles

Concerns over proposed ‘permanent record’ for sexual boundary violations

As health ministers consider proposed reforms that would see a health professional’s entire regulatory history published indefinitely on a national register should a tribunal find them guilty of sexual misconduct or sexual boundary violations, we asked GPs for their thoughts.

By Lynnette Hoffman

Neurology, Public health

Clinical Articles

Brain health knowledge is low, but motivation is high

The public wants to reduce their risk of dementia, but many don't even know it's possible, let alone where to start...

By Lynnette Hoffman

Psychiatry

Clinical Articles

The Vyvanse shortages – What do we do?

Many Australians with ADHD who take Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesilate) are facing a medication crisis. The drug has been in short supply in Australia for the past few months...

By Dr Alison Poulton

Career

Clinical Articles

GPs retiring earlier, thanks to CPD changes

Dr Joe Di Stefano retired from his regional Victoria practice in December 2023, after 50 years as a doctor, but still a couple of years earlier than planned - and he's not alone.

By Lynnette Hoffman

Cardiology

Clinical Articles

Complementary therapies for lipid management

Cardiologist explains the evidence and application of three key 'nutraceuticals'...

By Lakshini Mendis-David

Psychiatry

Clinical Articles

Half of Australians in aged care have depression. Psychological therapy could help

While many people maintain positive emotional wellbeing as they age, around half of older Australians living in residential aged care have significant levels of depression...

By Tanya Davison, Prof Sunil Bhar

Psychiatry, Public health

Clinical Articles

Anxiety drug pregabalin linked to rising number of deaths – here’s what you should know

There has been a significant rise in deaths linked to the commonly prescribed anxiety drug, pregabalin...

By Ian Hamilton, Prof Harry Sumnall

Articles

Is diabetes remission really as hard to achieve as a new study suggests?

We have known about cases of type 2 diabetes going into remission, or glucose levels going back to normal, since the 1960s. But how likely is it that this treatment will work outside of the carefully controlled environment of a clinical trial?

Clinical Quick Quiz – What’s the most appropriate management strategy for this patient?

A 71-year-old fit man presents with a biopsy proven basal cell carcinoma in the right conchal bowl

Assessing concussion in general practice

Expert provides practical tips on diagnosing concussion, what tests to do, and when imaging may be warranted...

Clinical Quick Quiz – What is the most likely diagnosis for this erythematous nodule?

A 16-year-old well boy presents with a rapidly progressing erythematous nodule on the thigh

The breast lump workup

While breast lumps are common, deciding what to do when someone presents with one can be tricky...

Concerns over proposed ‘permanent record’ for sexual boundary violations

As health ministers consider proposed reforms that would see a health professional’s entire regulatory history published indefinitely on a national register should a tribunal find them guilty of sexual misconduct or sexual boundary violations, we asked GPs for their thoughts.

Brain health knowledge is low, but motivation is high

The public wants to reduce their risk of dementia, but many don't even know it's possible, let alone where to start...

The Vyvanse shortages – What do we do?

Many Australians with ADHD who take Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesilate) are facing a medication crisis. The drug has been in short supply in Australia for the past few months...

GPs retiring earlier, thanks to CPD changes

Dr Joe Di Stefano retired from his regional Victoria practice in December 2023, after 50 years as a doctor, but still a couple of years earlier than planned - and he's not alone.

Complementary therapies for lipid management

Cardiologist explains the evidence and application of three key 'nutraceuticals'...

Half of Australians in aged care have depression. Psychological therapy could help

While many people maintain positive emotional wellbeing as they age, around half of older Australians living in residential aged care have significant levels of depression...

Anxiety drug pregabalin linked to rising number of deaths – here’s what you should know

There has been a significant rise in deaths linked to the commonly prescribed anxiety drug, pregabalin...

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We have known about cases of type 2 diabetes going into remission, or glucose levels going back to normal, since the 1960s. But how likely is it that this treatment will work outside of the carefully controlled environment of a clinical trial?

A 71-year-old fit man presents with a biopsy proven basal cell carcinoma in the right conchal bowl

Expert provides practical tips on diagnosing concussion, what tests to do, and when imaging may be warranted...

A 16-year-old well boy presents with a rapidly progressing erythematous nodule on the thigh

While breast lumps are common, deciding what to do when someone presents with one can be tricky...

As health ministers consider proposed reforms that would see a health professional’s entire regulatory history published indefinitely on a national register should a tribunal find them guilty of sexual misconduct or sexual boundary violations, we asked GPs for their thoughts.

The public wants to reduce their risk of dementia, but many don't even know it's possible, let alone where to start...

Many Australians with ADHD who take Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesilate) are facing a medication crisis. The drug has been in short supply in Australia for the past few months...

Dr Joe Di Stefano retired from his regional Victoria practice in December 2023, after 50 years as a doctor, but still a couple of years earlier than planned - and he's not alone.

Cardiologist explains the evidence and application of three key 'nutraceuticals'...

While many people maintain positive emotional wellbeing as they age, around half of older Australians living in residential aged care have significant levels of depression...

There has been a significant rise in deaths linked to the commonly prescribed anxiety drug, pregabalin...

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