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GP suspended for 'endorsing genocide' on social media

2nd April 2020
A GP has been suspended under emergency powers for allegedly posting social media tirades against transgender people and…
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GPs urged to limit face-to-face antenatal visits

2nd April 2020
GPs and other antenatal care providers are being advised to pivot quickly to provide most visits via telehealth to reduce…
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pregnant woman
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AMA warns general practices already considering layoffs

1st April 2020
General practices are considering laying off receptionists, nursing staff and GP registrars because of mass cancellations…
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Dr Tony Bartone
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Breast screening program suspended

1st April 2020
Australia's breast screening program is being shelved temporarily because of the coronavirus crisis, with women being told…
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Breast screening
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Life in enforced quarantine: a doctor from the CPD cruise ship reveals all

1st April 2020
Associate Professor Shane Hamblin was a guest speaker aboard the CPD cruise ship that has made headlines around the world,…
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Why GPs need domestic violence 'safe words' during COVID-19 lockdown

1st April 2020
Australians are shutting themselves inside in a bid to stay safe from the SARS-CoV-2 virus, but for some, home is not a…
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Professor Kelsey Hegarty
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Interactive dashboards: Confirmed cases by location and death tracker

1st April 2020
As COVID-19 takes hold across Australia and the world it has become increasingly important to be able to track the virus's…
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