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Content last updated 8/11/2024

Population Health

07 Nov 2024
Population Health

Clinician alert: Ocular syphilis

Infectious syphilis cases have increased in Queensland in recent years, with a consequent increase in cases of ocular syphilis. Clinicians are reminded to consider syphilis as an underlying cause of ocular inflammation. Approximately 0.5 to 1.5% of people with syphilis may have ocular symptoms, the ...

How a simple moment changed Heather’s life

For Robina’s Heather Gillard, a moment of intimacy turned into a lifesaver. At 36, just six months into her marriage, her husband felt something unusual during a tender moment – something that would ultimately save her life. “He noticed my breast felt different,” Heather recalls. “Ther...

A new home detox service providing quick access to care

Patients on the Gold Coast can now access a home detox service to safely and discreetly withdraw from alcohol or cannabis. Addiction In-home Recovery (AIR Detox) was set up by Dr Hok Yee Siu, a GP with a special interest in Addiction Medicine. He created a seven-day medicated detox and 12-month afte...

My Health for life – MBS Items for enrolment

At no cost to your patients, My health for life is an evidence-based behaviour change initiative designed to support positive lifestyle changes and reduce chronic disease risk. The initiative can be a practical extension of the advice given by Health Professionals, allowing patients to better unders...

Gold Coast infectious syphilis rates cause for concern

A Gold Coast general practitioner has called for greater awareness of a serious health concern for pregnant women. Deputy Chair of the Gold Coast Primary Health Network, Broadbeach GP Dr Ka-Kiu Cheung, says Australia has seen a concerning increase in syphilis cases in women over the past decade. “...

Life is all about balance for Tallai’s Giulia

Tallai’s Giulia Greenall led a well-balanced life until a simple trip at home earlier this year threw her off kilter. “I’m an active 72-year-old and I feel as young as I ever have, but I knew I needed to get back to fitness after babysitting my four grandchildren, where exercise became less of...

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