Monographs

Long-form and in-depth educational content on a wide-range of clinical areas, written by independent experts. 

This article discusses the evidence for and role of aspirin in the secondary prevention of cardiovascular events following the clinical manifestation of atherosclerotic disease.

This article discusses the importance of referral of patients with prostate cancer for consideration of radiation therapy if active treatment is considered.

This article discusses herpes zoster, the condition and its complications as well as the benefits, risks and challenges associated with the herpes zoster vaccine.

This article discusses the sexual side-effects of the various antidepressants and what can be done about this issue.

This article discusses the importance, particularly in high risk groups, of the identification and correct management of iron deficiency.

This article discusses management options for vaginal atrophy and the importance of considering these in women for optimal sexual function.

Expert/s: Prof John Eden

This article discusses the extended use of combined hormonal contraception and the research supporting it.

Expert/s: Dr Terri Foran

This article discusses the use of non-opioid analgesics and non-traditional opioids in the management of pain in General Practice

This article discusses why some of the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) Randomised Clinical Trial conclusions are now considered to be exaggerated.

Expert/s: Prof Rod Baber

This article discusses the novel body-identical progesterone compared to other hormone replacement therapies and its place in the treatment of menopause.

Expert/s: Prof John Eden

This article examines the role of various MHT preparations on the management of menopause.

This article discusses the proper identification and management of overweight and obese children in general practice.