Study shows long COVID symptoms resolve for most But research is needed to understand what can be done for the one in three people with ongoing symptoms after two years.
Warning issued on point-of-care testing compliance Despite thousands of MBS claims, the DoHAC understands no clinics are approved for the HbA1c test, sparking calls for practices to get accredited.
Warning over 2030 hepatitis C elimination target Australia requires further interventions to end the threat posed by the virus, public health experts have said.
In Practice: Updates to Mental Health Treatment Plans The GPMHSC is encouraging GPs to incorporate the new templates into their practice software.
Does menstruation play a part in diabetes diagnosis? Researchers have suggested lowering HbA1c cut-offs for premenopausal women, but Australian GPs say more investigation is needed.
SARS-CoV-2 found on 45% of phones: Study A systematic review suggests almost one in two mobile phones in hospitals harbour SARS-CoV-2, with authors calling for better infection control.
In Practice: Children with suspected serious bacterial infection GPs have been issued a reminder about swift antibiotic treatment in paediatric cases of serious bacterial infection.
GPs’ mobile outreach clinic transforms Hep C treatment With social barriers now the main obstacle to care for many patients, the Kombi Clinic is revolutionising treatment options for vulnerable groups.
RACGP backs vision for national hepatitis strategies The college has put forward recommendations to strengthen the draft 2023–30 strategies and ensure targets are met.
Cranberry juice can prevent some recurrent UTIs: Cochrane Review Consuming cranberry reduces the chance of repeat UTIs for women, children, and people more susceptible to them due to medical procedures.