Towards decolonising medical education assessments
Australia's chronic underrepresentation of First Nations doctors reflects structural barriers to both entry and progression.
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Young men need compassion when engaging with health care providers
Approaching young men with curiosity, patience and compassion during GP consultations may be one of the most effective ways to improve their engagement in health care services.
New clinical practice guidelines for suicide and self-harm in children
The evidence-based guidelines demonstrate what lived experience can tell us about the current state of the mental health system.
Guidelines have changed. Managing osteoporosis in General Practice
Guidelines now recommend a bone anabolic for the first line osteoporosis treatment of patients at very high risk of fracture. For GPs, identifying these patients as soon as possible is now an important part of osteoporosis care.
Is Australia’s health spending striking the right balance?
Investment in primary care is decreasing in relative terms, with significant implications for health equity
Egg allergy on the decline thanks to updated feeding guidelines
Australian guidelines recommending that egg be introduced to a baby’s diet in their first year of life are being credited with a steep decline in one of the most common food allergies in young children.
Richard Scolyer leaves a unique legacy of pioneering brain cancer research
Professor Richard Scolyer, renowned pathologist and joint Australian of the Year (2024), has died at the age of 59.
Building a stronger response to elder abuse starts with better data
Australia needs a comprehensive and accurate picture of the prevalence, characteristics and impact of elder abuse in order to combat the problem.
