In this Healthed lecture, Psychiatrist and Director of the Professorial Psychiatry Unit, University of Melbourne at Albert Road Clinic - Prof Malcolm Hopwood explains that one of the complexities of managing major depression is related to the role of sexual dysfunction. It’s a common issue which will have many potential contributing factors, of which pharmacotherapy is one. A large body of evidence demonstrates that sexual dysfunction is not often discussed in this situation yet is likely to contribute to poor adherence.  

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In this Healthed lecture, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Monash Children’s Hospital and Senior Lecturer at Monash University explains the evidence and practical application of probiotics in the following: management of infantile colic and antibiotic associated diarrhea; pregnant mothers to reduce the incidence of some atopic illnesses in at-risk babies; and (although the evidence is not as strong) in functional abdominal pain/RAP in children. 

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In this Healthed lecture, Interventional Endoscopist and Gastroenterologist - A/Prof Saxena, summarises the various red flag clinical features associated with the common GI cancers and explains how each should be monitored, investigated and where possible, managed before major surgery is necessary. A very practically orientated talk for frontline clinicians.

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In this podcast, Dr Mendelsohn - Foundation Chairman of the Australian Tobacco Harm Reduction Association, provides GPs with the practical information needed to discuss vaping with their patients. How does vaping work? Is vaping safe? Can vaping help smokers quit and who should use it? How do you counsel smokers about vaping, write a nicotine prescription and where can you purchase vaping supplies?

How to Write a Nicotine Prescription 

Everything a GP Needs to Know about Vaping Nicotine to quit Smoking

Australian Tobacco Harm Reduction Association (ATHRA)

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Host: Dr David Lim | Total time: 12 mins

Guest: Kerry Picotti, Speech Therapist & Audiologist; Gauteng, South Africa

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In this Healthed lecture, Dr Khoo talks about antidepressant efficacy before focusing on antidepressant options and comparative effectiveness, optimising outcome by minimising "pseudo-resistance" and finishing with evidence-based strategies when first-line antidepressant therapy fails. 

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In this Healthed lecture, leading Fertility and Prenatal Dietitian, Melanie McGrice, discusses the indications and contraindications for the use of Very Low Energy Diets for clients who are trying to conceive. 

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In this Healthed lecture, Prof Baber shares the key finding from WHI - MHT using synthetic progestins is associated with adverse health outcomes compared to estrogen alone. 

Body identical, TGA approved, MHT offers transdermal or oral estradiol in combination with oral micronized progesterone to provide proven benefits and maximum safety for menopausal women.

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In this Healthed lecture, Dr Ahmadi will explain the types of screening and management that are considered best practice, recent developments and how best to interpret for primary care.

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In this Healthed lecture, Prof Parker a Scientia Professor at the School of Psychiatry; UNSW, describes the key features of borderline personality disorder and explains how it is best differentiated from bipolar disorders. He also explores how good practice management principles can be used to effectively deal with tricky and sensitive scenarios that GPs often deal with (hence reducing the need to have a conversation with the Medical Board). 

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