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The role of medicines in the management of depression …

(Just Now) WebThe use of antidepressants is associated with decreased bone mineral density and increased fracture risk. 26 The clinical significance of this association is hard …

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Type 2 diabetes management toolbox: from lifestyle to …

(9 days ago) WebDiabetes management essentials. Type 2 diabetes continues to be a significant health issue in New Zealand. Overall, 5% of the adult population has been diagnosed with type 2 …

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Antibiotic Guide: choices for common infections

(2 days ago) WebAntibiotics: choices for common infections. The following information is a consensus guide. It is intended to aid selection of an appropriate antibiotic for typical …

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Hypertension in adults: the silent killer

(2 days ago) WebHypertension is a continuum requiring regular review. Hypertension is a common incidental clinical finding in primary care. 1 While transient increases in blood …

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New Zealand College of Sexual & Reproductive Health

(4 days ago) WebBecoming a trainer in Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) The cost for associate membership is a yearly fee of $150 (including GST) which is subject to annual review. …

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Rosuvastatin: another option to lower cardiovascular disease risk

(2 days ago) WebRosuvastatin funded with Special Authority. From 1 December, 2021, rosuvastatin has been funded for eligible patients. 7 This provides another option for patients who are at …

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Urinary tract infections (UTIs) – an overview of lower UTI

(3 days ago) WebThe symptoms and signs of an uncomplicated UTI. Uncomplicated lower UTIs can be diagnosed with a high level of confidence in people with a focused history of …

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Bisphosphonates: addressing the duration conundrum

(5 days ago) WebA ten-year risk of fracture of ≥ 3% or T-score ≤ –2.5 at the hip is commonly used as a threshold for initiating treatment. Bisphosphonates are a first-line pharmacological …

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Initiating insulin for people with type 2 diabetes

(6 days ago) WebA weight-based approach is recommended to determine the initial basal insulin dose:1. 0.1 units/kg daily if any of: HbA 1c < 64 mmol/mol. BMI < 18 kg/m 2 (less likely to …

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New diabetes medicines funded: empagliflozin and dulaglutide

(8 days ago) WebAs of 1 February, 2021, empagliflozin, a SGLT-2 inhibitor, has been available fully funded for the treatment of people with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk of …

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Gabapentinoids: when and how should they be prescribed

(4 days ago) WebGabapentin dose (available in funded 100, 300 and 400 mg capsules) Pregabalin dose (available in funded 25, 75, 150 and 300 mg capsules) General …

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The role of the primary healthcare team in pregnancy care

(4 days ago) WebKey practice points: The LMC is the main point of contact and care for women during pregnancy and for the first six weeks post-partum, however, other healthcare …

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Lead absorption notification levels have reduced

(4 days ago) WebLead exposure and absorption in New Zealand. Due to the public health implications associated with environmental exposure, lead absorption is a notifiable …

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Testing for prostate cancer: helping patients to decide

(8 days ago) WebTesting for prostate cancer is a difficult issue as many prostate cancers are low risk and do not necessarily result in adverse outcomes. Detecting and treating these …

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Managing gout in primary care: Part 1 – bpacnz

(Just Now) WebManaging gout in primary care Part 1 - Talking about gout: time for a re-think. Gout is a treatable form of arthritis that is associated with poor health and reduced life …

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An update on the pharmacological management of stable COPD

(4 days ago) WebNew national guidelines for the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) were published by the Asthma + Respiratory Foundation NZ in …

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Strategies to improve nutrition in elderly people

(5 days ago) WebAdditional allied health staff should be involved as needed, e.g. speech and language therapists, occupational therapists. Monitoring of tolerance and oral intake by the team …

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The COPD tool for modifying pharmacological treatment

(8 days ago) WebTool 2: Escalating or de-escalating COPD treatment at follow-up. Tool 2 may be appropriate for any patient taking maintenance treatment for COPD; it is not used for initiating …

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Best Practice Advocacy Centre New Zealand

(3 days ago) Webbpac nz advocates for best practice in healthcare treatments and investigations across a wide range of health service delivery areas, and we are recognised nationally and …

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Investigating and managing abnormal vaginal bleeding: an overview

(8 days ago) WebAbnormal vaginal bleeding has many potential causes, ranging from anovulatory cycles to malignancy. The type of bleeding, e.g. heavy menstrual bleeding, …

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