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The growing concern of delayed diagnosis in Coeliac Disease

Coeliac disease, often perceived as a condition that manifests in early childhood, has a cloak of invisibility when it comes to its late onset in adults.

The first roll-out of the New Medicare model

The landscape of general practice in Australia is set for a pivotal change from November 1, 2023, with the introduction of new Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) bulk billing items that substantially increase incentive payments for practitioners.

Shingrix to replace Zostavax on the National Immunisation Program

In a significant leap forward, Australia's National Immunisation Program (NIP) is set to introduce the recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV), known commercially as Shingrix, replacing the less potent Zostavax.

What is a GP’s role in disordered eating? (Part 2/2)

Eating disorders aren't just a list of symptoms or behaviours. They're complex, multifaceted issues that challenge societal perceptions, healthcare systems, and even the individuals themselves.

Course Spotlight: Child Mental Health Assessments

Emerging Minds, with a legacy spanning over two decades, has been fervently devoted to enhancing the emotional and mental well-being of Australian infants, children, and adolescents, along with their families and holistic care management.

Dr Cate Howell, a truly Flourishing Woman

Recently Med CPD had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Cate Howell, a distinguished general practitioner, medical educator, and author with an illustrious career in health inline with the release of her newest book.

A balance of psoriasis and life

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory multisystem disease accompanied by hyperproliferation and inflammation of epidermal keratinocytes.

Exogenous Cushing’s syndrome case

Cushing's syndrome (CS) is an infrequent condition, presenting at a rate of two to six individuals per million annually in Australia.

Neurological complications in post-COVID care

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought forth myriad challenges, one significant area being the extensive range of neurological implications observed in patients.