Study finds dietary fibre critical in managing hypertension Experts are calling for the fibre to be added to clinical guidelines for blood pressure management, saying it is ‘underappreciated’.
‘I couldn’t walk’: GP’s personal story of vitamin B6 toxicity Found in listed medicines, energy drinks, cereals and weight loss shakes, some people are consuming more than 50x the recommended daily intake.
Study shines light on oxycodone prescribing habits Regional patients are most likely to be first-time users, with a study warning GPs to use ‘careful assessment’ when prescribing.
Is general practice ready for the genetic carrier screening surge? GPs must be educated and resourced to meet the ‘inevitable widespread uptake’ of the newly Medicare-funded service, says a new study.
Research supports use of CPAP alternative People with OSA who used a mandibular advancement device saw similar blood pressure drops to those on first-line treatment, a new has study found.
Drug checking trial launches at injecting centre The RACGP welcomed the groundbreaking pilot, which enables users to test their substances while under medical supervision.
Empowering GPs to turn the tide on mental health SPONSORED: Want to upskill in mental health? Black Dog Institute, an RACGP-registered CPD provider, can help.
Are antipsychotics safe to use during pregnancy? Researchers found no connections between the drugs and neurodevelopmental disorders in ‘reassuring’ news for mums.
Sydney home raided after Ozempic scam The TGA is urging GPs ‘exercise deep caution’ after doctors were faxed ads promoting allegedly illegally compounded semaglutide.
ACT GPs expand free abortion access General practices have been supported to carry out medical terminations at no cost, with experts now calling on other states to follow suit.