Researchers want to study the risks posed to Aucklanders by the disturbance of the cancer-causing mineral erionite, which is present in some of the region’s rocks
What are the effects of radical prostatectomy (RP) compared with deferred treatment, including active surveillance/active montoring and watchful waiting (WW), for clinically localised prostate cancer?
In New Zealand, the chance of developing bowel cancer by the age of 75 is 6 per cent. While most bowel cancer is sporadic, it is estimated that 5–10 per cent of all bowel cancers have a genetic component
Reduction in smoking rates and steady, high rates of social engagement were associated with reaching the age of 100 free of common chronic diseases, a study finds
The Medical Council has been asked to consider the competence of a GP who has been found to have provided substandard care to a man with prostate issues
Amy van der Loo rounds up the clinical education content in the latest issue of New Zealand Doctor. Use the embedded links to go through to the relevant ELearning page
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