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The White book provides GPs evidence-based guidance on appropriate identification and response in clinical practice to patients experiencing abuse and violence

A list of tests, treatments and procedures that should be questioned

This guidance document is intended for GPs who are considering referring patients aged 16 years and over

Chronic musculoskeletal conditions, including arthritis, account for over 4% of the national disease burden in terms of disability adjusted life years

In Australia, at least 5000 children are affected by juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) at any one time

A guide that refers to the use of the internet and related electronic communication technologies to deliver mental health information, services and care

Hyperglycaemic emergencies may occur as the first presentation of diabetes (undiagnosed), as well as an acute metabolic decompensation in those already diagnosed

This resource provides information on what FGCS is, the factors driving demand, and a set of practical recommendations on how to manage women requesting a referral

The number of people with type 2 diabetes is growing, most likely the result of rising overweight and obesity rates, lifestyle and dietary changes

Genomics in general practice consists of short, practical summaries with key information that a GP might need to manage common genetic conditions

The Green Book brings together evidence and lessons learned from the literature and real-life general practices to help implement preventive activities in primary care

Musculoskeletal conditions, particularly osteoarthritis, represented some of the diseases most commonly managed by Australian GPs

The guidelines for preventive activities in general practice (Red Book) supports evidence-based preventive activities in primary care

A guide for the effective continuity of care arrangements for patients during a pandemic

As GPs our challenge is to provide appropriate care of the highest quality to older people regardless of where they are living

An accessible, user-friendly guide to best practice preventive healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients

Osteoporosis remains significantly underdiagnosed and inadequately managed in Australia

A three part series of guidelines that inform and educate GPs on the appropriate prescribing of drugs of addiction

The effect of arthritis and osteoporosis on the community is significant, with osteoarthritis being the tenth most commonly managed problem in general practice

Prostate cancer screening factsheet is a patient information guide for GPs outlining the risks and potential benefits of prostate cancer screening

Joint replacement of the hip or knee ranks at or near the top among medical and surgical interventions in terms of cost-effectiveness and capacity to improve an individual’s quality of life

The RACGPs position for patient requests for tests that are not considered clinically appropriate

The SNAP guide has been designed to assist GPs and practice staff work with patients on the lifestyle risk factors of smoking, nutrition, alcohol and physical activity 

Health professionals play a key role and have a particular responsibility to assist all smokers to stop

List of available resources to help support GPs and their patients with the change to codeine becoming prescription only