Jo Scott-Jones provides resources around equity, planetary health, continuity of care and technology, with the caveats of funding, workforce and workload – essentially, a toolkit to help you plan for the year ahead
This article, written by Rosemary Marks, provides information to help ensure the best health and wellbeing outcomes for your patients with Down syndrome and their whānau, by focusing on the care of children and young people. It highlights the most common issues you will need to consider, as well as those that can have serious consequences if missed
Clozapine is an atypical antipsychotic that is effective for treatment-resistant schizophrenia. However, it is associated with serious adverse reactions and requires close monitoring. In this article, Amber Young and Emma Smith explain how to support patients taking clozapine
Following previous articles on the Integrated Primary Mental Health and Addiction programme and its implementation in Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland as Te Tumu Waiora, David Codyre, Sarah Andrews and Eli Kliejunas summarise findings from the first phase of programme enquiry
Persistent pain affects physical, mental, social and spiritual wellbeing, and is one of the most prevalent long-term conditions in New Zealand. In this article, clinical pharmacistVanessa Brown discusses persistent pain, including its causes, symptoms and treatments. She also explores the concept of central sensitisation and its role in persistent pain
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
Fatty liver, once believed to be innocuous and of little importance, is becoming a significant liver disease that is increasing the global health burden. This article, written by Alan Fraser, discusses the prevalence, diagnosis and management of fatty liver, and concludes with a rapid guide to the interpretation of liver enzyme test results
This article, written by Sidhesh Phaldessai, provides an overview of geriatric psychopharmacology, including the epidemiology of mental health disorders in the older population, the physiological changes that occur with ageing and their impact on pharmacokinetics, and the use of psychotropic medications in older adults
This article highlights the fundamental role GPs play in colorectal cancer diagnosis. It covers the symptoms, signs and risk factors of CRC, then discusses investigations and interventions, including recommended surveillance and screening processes. It also looks to the future and how the efficiency of current diagnostic pathways might be improved
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
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