Clinical Audit Archives

Course Spotlight: Diabetic Eye Disease

Australia faces a growing burden of macular disease, impacting millions and straining healthcare. Learn about AMD, DR, early detection, and the Macular Disease Foundation's role in addressing this challenge.

The Adolescent Impact of Menstrual Pain

Menstrual pain is a common yet often underestimated health issue. This article explores its impact on women's lives, the link to iron deficiency anaemia, and the need for improved awareness and support.

Is P.O.T.S. The Differential?

POTS causes dizziness, fatigue, and fainting upon standing. Learn about diagnosis delays, symptom variations, and the importance of early diagnosis and improved healthcare understanding.

Course Spotlight: Diabetic Nursing Refresher Seminar

Nurses play a key role in diabetes care. Learn about a comprehensive refresher course offered by ECT4Health in Brisbane. It covers diagnosis, treatment, and best practices to improve patient outcomes.

Cosmetic Surgery in Australia is Changing

Australia enforces stricter guidelines for cosmetic surgery. Learn about mandatory pre-op assessments, qualified practitioners, and standardized care to ensure patient safety and ethical practices.

Long COVID: What Do We Know?

This article explores Long COVID - its symptoms, diagnosis challenges, and management strategies. Learn about risk factors, specialist clinics, and promising research like the UNSW ADAPT Study.

Course Spotlight: Recognising and Responding to Sexual Violence

Monash University provides a free online course for GPs and healthcare workers to recognize and respond to sexual violence in adults. Learn to support survivors and improve patient outcomes.

Lisdexamfetamine Shortage and Public Health Challenges

Australia's Vyvanse shortage spotlights issues in ADHD treatment. Explore reasons (manufacturing, demand surge), consequences (limited access, treatment disruption), and solutions (communication, diversified supply chains).

SURMOUNT-4 RCT and the Tirzepatide Breakthrough

New drug Tirzepatide shows promise for long-term weight loss and managing obesity-related health issues. Learn how it works, its benefits for overweight/obese patients, and the future of this exciting therapy.

Are Australian Sexual & Reproductive Health Rights Threatened?

Australia leads in SRHR progress, but vigilance is key. Learn about policy wins, ongoing challenges & the crucial role of GPs in safeguarding these rights.