Welcome to the ThinkGP blog! Our writers share their thoughts on healthcare, the health industry and life in general.
Dr Phil Parker explores the effect of PTSD on patients and their families, and we hear from Vietnam veteran and PTSD sufferer Richard who explains the importance of a good support network when battling with PTSD
Etienne Reiss urges health professionals to help in the fight against bowel cancer, the second biggest cancer killer in Australia, ahead of Red Apple Day.
Manager of Screening, Early Detection and Immunisation at Cancer Council Victoria, Kate Broun investigates the cause and effects of Lynch syndrome, and what GPs can do to ensure appropriate and effective screening of patients.
One in five Australians suffer from chronic pain, with this number rising to one in three in those aged over 65. Dr Joe Kosterich analyses the management methods and offers some advice on how we can maximise quality of life for chronic pain sufferers.
Dr Joe Kosterich discusses the increasing pressure to deliver end of life care outside hospitals and the important role GPs play in ensuring the best quality of life for their palliative care patients.
RN Holly Robinson reflects on her daily dealings with immunisation in the practice and the struggles parents can face.
Perinatal depression (PND) is very common, affecting 1 in 7 new mums. Dr Stephen Carbone discusses the crucial role GPs have to play in identifying PND in mothers, in educating parents and in assisting those who experience PND.
Laurann Yen discusses the importance of understanding the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia to better support patients, their families and their carers.
