Rural Medicine Archives

New Australian Cardiovascular Disease Guidelines Released

Course Spotlight: ASPM Focused Psychological Strategies Skills Training (Level 2)

ASPM offers training for GPs to integrate mental healthcare into their practice. Learn about their Level 2 course, including curriculum, benefits, and eligibility requirements.

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.

The Increasing Demand of Prenatal Genomic Testing

Genomic testing offers insights into potential genetic conditions in unborn babies. Learn about test types, benefits, ethical considerations, and the importance of genetic counseling for expectant parents in Australia.

Australasian HIV&AIDS Conference – Sydney 2024

The Australasian HIV&AIDS Conference offers research & networking for healthcare professionals in HIV & sexual health. It runs alongside the IUSTI World Congress in Sydney this September.

Understanding Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis

This article explores the challenges of diagnosing seronegative rheumatoid arthritis (SNRA). Learn about atypical symptoms, longer diagnosis times, and the need for personalized treatment plans.

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.

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).