Therapeutic Guidelines

23/07/2025

🎧Part 2 of the Australian Prescriber mini-series is here! Tune in for the latest on Therapeutic Guidelines: Antibiotic: https://bit.ly/4eNYQ5O

08/07/2025

A new episode of the Australian Prescriber Podcast is out! Podcast host Laura Beaton and Emma Mason, lecturer in sexual and reproductive health, give an update on long- and short-acting contraceptive methods.

🎧 Listen to the episode for key practice points for selecting appropriate contraception and managing adverse effects: https://bit.ly/3ZYsG1o

30/06/2025

📣Since it's , we'd like to share some exciting news with you!

We are developing a NEW Kidney and Urinary guidelines with more than 25 topics!

The kidney-related topics will include:
🔹Chronic kidney disease
🔹Kidney failure
🔹Acute kidney injury
🔹Abnormal findings in kidney function tests
🔹Kidney and ureteric stones
🔹Kidney cysts
🔹Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease

Did you know that chronic kidney disease is a growing health problem in Australia?
Kidney Health Australia have a short (2 min) online kidney risk test you can take this . Tap the link to participate👉 https://bit.ly/3TQ3rKR

19/06/2025

The latest episode of provides essential insights into the use of vancomycin. Podcast host Dhineli Perera FANZCAP speaks with two pharmacists, Amy Legg FANZCAP (InfDis, Research) and Tony Lai FANZCAP (InfDis, Paeds) about their recent article 'Safe and effective use of vancomycin'.

Hear from Dhineli, Amy and Tony: https://bit.ly/45RHNgC

18/06/2025

Our recently updated Palliative Care guidelines are now available as a book 📚

The guidelines focus on individualised assessment and management of all patients with a life-limiting illness, directed by the patient’s preferences and goals of care, their prognosis and the potential benefits and harms of management options.

🔗 Get your copy today by completing a book order form: https://bit.ly/4n8pFW6

12/06/2025

🎧 Check out the latest podcast episode of The GP Show! Host Dr. Rob Park joins forces with the ever-curious Dr. Geoffrey Spurling to unpack the recent Antibiotic guidelines update.

From doxycycline for kids to a new first-line antibiotic for UTIs, and why you might need to start counting impetigo sores, this episode is packed with practical insights and candid reflections.

Geoffrey also shares a little bit about his experience as an expert group member and the process for revising the guidelines in this instance.

Tune in to https://bit.ly/4l2jWze to hear the discussion!

Host Dr. Rob Park joins forces with the ever-curious Dr. Geoffrey Spurling to unpack the most important updates from the recent Therapeutic Guideline on Antibiotics. Think doxycycline for kids (yes, really), a new first-line antibiotic for UTIs (if they’re even needed?!), and why you might need to...

11/06/2025

A huge thank you to Dr Eliza Cole and Dr Greg Rowles, two of our Antibiotic expert group members for sharing your valued insights into the recent release.

We are incredibly grateful for your expertise and dedication! 🙌

Swipe to see Eliza and Greg in action as they bring their knowledge to life. 🎥✨

And in case you missed them, watch Eliza and Greg's videos as they talk about the important changes to the Antibiotic Guidelines: https://bit.ly/3SLVpST

11/06/2025

Have you seen the June issue of Australian Prescriber? Get the latest management approaches for psoriasis, medicines for treating opioid dependence, and more: https://bit.ly/3SzpB3J

The June Issue of is out👉: https://bit.ly/3SzpB3J. The new issue features an update on long- and short-acting contraceptive methods, to personalise drug therapy, the latest management approaches for , medicines for treating opioid dependence, and more!

20/05/2025

Dr. Greg Rowles, a GP from Victoria and a respected expert group member, highlights the following key updates to the recent Antibiotic guidelines release in this short video. 🎥✨

🔹 Expanded paediatric content with more specific guidance and dosage information.
🔹 New easy-to-follow algorithms for common infections.
🔹 New tables and printable patient information leaflets.
🔹 Evidence-based nonantimicrobial management strategies for self-limiting infections.

Watch the video and explore the updates https://bit.ly/4krvpbo to stay informed!

19/05/2025

✨ Hear from our Expert Group Members ✨

Dr. Eliza Cole is a dedicated GP from Western Australia and an invaluable member of our Antibiotic Expert Group.

Eliza shares crucial highlights about serious infections that are managed in hospitals but may be identified in primary care, like sepsis and meningitis.

Watch the video and tap the link to read the What’s New in Antibiotic: https://bit.ly/43tEfzz

15/05/2025

Don’t wait until it’s too late! Consider medication rationalisation for people with palliative care needs now!

The Palliative Care guidelines provide a suggested approach and detailed information on how to rationalise specific drug classes. Read more: https://bit.ly/3WhBKfO

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13/05/2025

As we mark , it's important to consider when the right time is to discuss advance care planning.

Many people expect their professional to raise the subject, but when is the right time to do it? Potential prompts include a routine health check, recent hospitalisation or change in clinical status.

For more tips, see the Palliative Care guidelines: https://bit.ly/4dgwnEI

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