April 2025

Peer Reviewed Feature Articles
Respiratory infections

Pertussis: the post-COVID-19 resurgence in Australia

Luke Spence, Mark R. Armstrong, Paul M. Griffin

The role of GPs in recognising, treating and preventing pertussis cannot be overstated. By staying informed of evolving epidemiological trends and clinical guidelines, healthcare providers can play a pivotal role in reducing the burden of pertussis and protecting vulnerable populations.

Infectious diseases

Influenza in 2025: what to expect and how to ameliorate its impact

Ian G. Barr

Both vaccines to prevent and antivirals to prevent and treat influenza are important countermeasures to help combat the upcoming 2025 influenza season in Australia. These measures must be promoted to reverse the current trend of vaccine hesitancy and improve national vaccination rates.

Peer Reviewed Regular Series
Perspectives

Screen-detected and incidentally detected lung nodules: a guide for GPs

Tracy L. Leong, Miranda Siemienowicz, Fraser J.H. Brims

The Australian National Lung Cancer Screening Program aims to save lives by detecting lung cancer at an earlier stage using low-dose CT screening. GPs will play an essential role in identifying patients with high-risk findings and referring them to a lung cancer multidisciplinary team.

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