Australian Journal of General Practice
This article provides an overview of feminist principles for responding to mental distress in women, considering the connections between gender inequality and women’s mental health.
Consumers with chronic medical conditions may not readily embrace Health Care Home practice redesign initiatives in Australia.
Given the current global context, heightened vigilance is essential for early detection and management of any imported measles cases.
Text-based e-mental health programs may worsen the treatment gap for disadvantaged patients because of inherent high literacy requirements.
This article summarises the aetiology and contributing factors of vaginismus, how a diagnosis can be made, the implications of vaginismus for primary care clinical practice and treatment options.
American Born Chinese will prompt discussions on identities, family and friendship.
Nature prescribing involves a health professional recommending time in nature so as to benefit health. This article provides guidance for the implementation of nature prescribing in general practice.
Application of specific biopsychosocial models supports general practitioners to advance best practice in disability care by meeting the complex care needs of their clients.
In April 2020, a group of general practice leaders in NSW established a COVID-19 virtual community of practice to facilitate rapid transfer and implementation of clinical guidance into practice.
Internationally, eConsultant models have been trialled to address demands on healthcare systems without requiring face-to-face specialist input.
While influenza vaccine uptake in older Australian adults is fairly high, uptake in younger at-risk adults is suboptimal.
It is crucial that people who use methamphetamine are able to access appropriate professional support.
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a ‘perfect storm’ for the deterioration of mental health.
There has been some concern about potential side effects of oral, topical or inhaled steroids, including reduction in growth, weight gain, behavioural changes and immunosuppression.
Technology is increasingly encroaching into the doctor–patient consultation space, moving beyond the relatively straightforward applications in medical records.