On 1 October 2022, we saw the biggest change to ACC coverage of injuries in recent history. Now, birthing parents can access ACC funding for maternal birth injuries that were previously excluded from coverage. Specialist physiotherapist Melissa Davidson outlines what this means for birthing parents and all healthcare providers in New Zealand
Sexual health specialist Massimo Giola says you shouldn’t be afraid to open the floodgates on male sexual dysfunction as it may point to deficits in general health
Sexual health specialist Massimo Giola discusses a standard re-referral for a transgender patient wanting surgery, which turns out to be not so straightforward
With the high incidence of endometriosis, this article will be of interest to all GPs wanting to challenge assumptions and think deeply, whether seeking to understand the biological process, improve clinical and supportive care for patients and their whānau, or adopt an inclusive approach to care
Sexual health specialist Massimo Giola reviews the dos and don’ts surrounding Mycoplasma genitalium infections. Asymptomatic infection is common, and so too is antimicrobial resistance
All GPs have patients with fertility problems who, at some point, may need advice, investigations organised and appropriate referral. This article, written by Olivia Stuart, provides an overview of the optimal lifestyle and medical advice for men and women, discusses the best predictors of fertility, and presents the relevant investigations and latest treatment options
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management