GP and HP Update May 2009 Could details of this email update please be passed on to GPs, practice nurses and other health professionals and be promoted throughout your organisation. New Professional Development Webcasts Continence and Prolapse With bladder and bowel issues affecting one in three Australian women who have ever had a baby, Dr Anna Rosamilla and Ms Janetta Webb review the management of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Topics covered include urogynaecology & urodynamics; diagnosis and investigations; management options and more. RACGP: Allocated 3 points (Category 2) in the RACGP QA&CPD Program for the 2008-2010 triennium ACRRM: Accredited with the ACRRM PDP program for 2 point core RANZCOG: Fellows of RANZCOG can claim 1 point per hour for educational activities under the RANZCOG CPD self-education category. For more information or to view the webcast, go to www.jeanhailes.org.au/content/view/678/647/  Sexual Health at Midlife In this presentation Dr Kathy McNamee reviews the approach to taking a sexual history when appropriate and what STI tests may be appropriate to order. Associate Professor Beverley Vollenhoven discusses contraception through the midlife years of 35-45 reviewing the available contraception options. RACGP: Allocated 2 points (Category 2) in the RACGP QA&CPD Program for the 2008-2010 triennium ACRRM: TBA RANZCOG: TBA For more information or to view the webcast, go to www.jeanhailes.org.au/content/view/698/661/   Medical Observer: Talking Women March 2009 – Menopausal Sleep Disorders Dr Darren Mansfield Menopause is a defining period for several sleep disorders. Insomnia, snoring and obstructive sleep disorder become more frequent but may be under-recognised. The full article is available for download at Talking Women > Sleep Disorders April 2009 – Understanding Eating Habits Dr Rick Kausman A significant percentage of the people that present each day in general practice are above their most healthy weight. The challenge is how – and what – can be done to help them. The full article is available for download at Talking Women > Understanding eating May 2009 – Is fracture prevention failing? Professor Helena Teede Improved fracture prevention is needed to protect more vulnerable patients from the morbidity and mortality associated with osteoporosis. The full article is available for download at Talking Women > Fracture prevention For all Talking Women see www.jeanhailes.org.au/content/view/637/621/ Have your say! National Women’s Health Policy 2010 The Federal Government is seeking community input into their new women’s health policy, through the Jean Hailes Foundation for Women’s Health. To share your thoughts on women’s health in Australia, please complete our brief online survey by Friday 5 June 2009. Go to www.jeanhailes.org.au Free Monthly Health Articles Our free monthly health articles cover a different women’s health issue each month and can be reprinted in your organisation’s newsletter or magazine at no cost. To register for our monthly health article, go to Monthly Article (www.jeanhailes.org.au/component/option,com_rsform/Itemid,686/) THIS MONTH: Why diets don’t work Every year, 60 million people use fad diets or weight-loss products. Ninety five per cent regain the weight they lose within 12 months. Jean Hailes dietitian Dr Cate Lombard explains why diets don’t work and offers practical tips on healthy eating for life. Previous articles: April 2009: Solving a wee problem Incontinence is a common and distressing condition that affects about 20% of all Australians, particularly women and older people. This article provides a do-it-yourself guide to pelvic floor exercises as a potential solution to this ‘wee’ problem. March 2009: Be your own best friend We are usually good at giving our friends wise counsel when they need it, but women are so often critical of themselves. Once again, psychologist Dr Mandy Deeks offers some advice and practical tips to help women recognise their own achievements, and most of all, be kind to themselves.

Content Updated 29 May, 2009