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Obstetrics and gynaecology, Women's health

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Ryeqo approved for endometriosis

Ryeqo has been available in Australia since 2022, but until now was not specifically indicated for endometriosis. Here's how it works and what you need to be aware of.

By A/Prof Nial Wheate, Jasmine Lee

Obstetrics and gynaecology

Clinical Articles

‘Free birthing’ and planned home births might sound similar but the risks are very different

The death of premature twins in Byron Bay in an apparent “wild birth”, or free birth, last week has prompted fresh concerns about giving birth without a midwife or medical assistance.

By Prof Hannah Dahlen

Mental health

Clinical Articles

Distress from global conflicts on the rise

Fifty per cent of GPs have seen a rise in patient distress levels related to global conflicts, a recent Healthed survey of more than 2,300 GPs found.

By Sophia Auld

Policy

Clinical Articles

GPs want the College to lobby harder, survey finds

College claims they are upping the ante, but GPs want a more aggressive advocate in Canberra...

By Lynnette Hoffman

Public health

Clinical Articles

What does weight-inclusive health care mean? A dietitian explains what some providers are doing to end weight stigma

Weight-inclusive health care means a focus on better health with no weight loss required...

By Lauren Butler

Neurology, Public health

Clinical Articles

Students could get more sleep and learn better if school started a little later

Nearly three-quarters of high school students do not get enough sleep on school nights, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

By A/Prof Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse

Psychiatry

Clinical Articles

Do kids grow out of ADHD as they get older?

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is more often diagnosed in children. That might make you wonder if people grow out it as they reach adulthood.

By Dr Alison Poulton

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

Neurology

Clinical Articles

Are the new sport concussion guidelines workable?

Recently released guidelines for concussion management in youth and community sport are far more prescriptive than previous advice—but is it practical, and what does it mean for GPs?

By Lynnette Hoffman

Mental health

Clinical Articles

AI can already diagnose depression better than a doctor and tell you which treatment is best

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionise the way we diagnose and treat illness...

By Dr Sarah Hellewell

Psychiatry

Clinical Articles

5 things GPs can do for adults with ADHD

Despite increasing recognition and diagnosis of ADHD in childhood, many people still fall through the cracks, especially those with the inattentive subtype, says Dr Pansy Lai, a mental health GP at Sydney’s Mindsight Clinic.

By Sophia Auld

Women's health

Clinical Articles

Feminist narratives are being hijacked to market medical tests not backed by evidence

Corporations have used feminist language to promote their products for decades. In the 1980s, companies co-opted messaging about female autonomy to encourage women’s consumption of unhealthy commodities, such as tobacco and alcohol.

By Dr Brooke Nickel, Tessa Copp

Articles

Ryeqo approved for endometriosis

Ryeqo has been available in Australia since 2022, but until now was not specifically indicated for endometriosis. Here's how it works and what you need to be aware of.

‘Free birthing’ and planned home births might sound similar but the risks are very different

The death of premature twins in Byron Bay in an apparent “wild birth”, or free birth, last week has prompted fresh concerns about giving birth without a midwife or medical assistance.

Distress from global conflicts on the rise

Fifty per cent of GPs have seen a rise in patient distress levels related to global conflicts, a recent Healthed survey of more than 2,300 GPs found.

GPs want the College to lobby harder, survey finds

College claims they are upping the ante, but GPs want a more aggressive advocate in Canberra...

What does weight-inclusive health care mean? A dietitian explains what some providers are doing to end weight stigma

Weight-inclusive health care means a focus on better health with no weight loss required...

Students could get more sleep and learn better if school started a little later

Nearly three-quarters of high school students do not get enough sleep on school nights, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Do kids grow out of ADHD as they get older?

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is more often diagnosed in children. That might make you wonder if people grow out it as they reach adulthood.

Assessing concussion in general practice

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

Are the new sport concussion guidelines workable?

Recently released guidelines for concussion management in youth and community sport are far more prescriptive than previous advice—but is it practical, and what does it mean for GPs?

AI can already diagnose depression better than a doctor and tell you which treatment is best

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionise the way we diagnose and treat illness...

5 things GPs can do for adults with ADHD

Despite increasing recognition and diagnosis of ADHD in childhood, many people still fall through the cracks, especially those with the inattentive subtype, says Dr Pansy Lai, a mental health GP at Sydney’s Mindsight Clinic.

Feminist narratives are being hijacked to market medical tests not backed by evidence

Corporations have used feminist language to promote their products for decades. In the 1980s, companies co-opted messaging about female autonomy to encourage women’s consumption of unhealthy commodities, such as tobacco and alcohol.

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Ryeqo has been available in Australia since 2022, but until now was not specifically indicated for endometriosis. Here's how it works and what you need to be aware of.

The death of premature twins in Byron Bay in an apparent “wild birth”, or free birth, last week has prompted fresh concerns about giving birth without a midwife or medical assistance.

Fifty per cent of GPs have seen a rise in patient distress levels related to global conflicts, a recent Healthed survey of more than 2,300 GPs found.

College claims they are upping the ante, but GPs want a more aggressive advocate in Canberra...

Weight-inclusive health care means a focus on better health with no weight loss required...

Nearly three-quarters of high school students do not get enough sleep on school nights, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is more often diagnosed in children. That might make you wonder if people grow out it as they reach adulthood.

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

Recently released guidelines for concussion management in youth and community sport are far more prescriptive than previous advice—but is it practical, and what does it mean for GPs?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionise the way we diagnose and treat illness...

Despite increasing recognition and diagnosis of ADHD in childhood, many people still fall through the cracks, especially those with the inattentive subtype, says Dr Pansy Lai, a mental health GP at Sydney’s Mindsight Clinic.

Corporations have used feminist language to promote their products for decades. In the 1980s, companies co-opted messaging about female autonomy to encourage women’s consumption of unhealthy commodities, such as tobacco and alcohol.

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