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The Check-Up podcast presents this engaging & exciting 5-part series, discussing the importance of physical activity & just how far it can go in preventing & improving specific health conditions.
Dr Alison Vickers and Prof David Jenkins discuss the underlying mechanisms and most up-to-date evidence on how certain physical activity can positively impact medical conditions such as dementia, cancer, mental health, diabetes and osteoporosis.

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Learn moreGenetic testing in general practice: Dr. Alan Ma explains which tests GPs can order, when to refer, and how the PRECISE portal supports confident testing and referral decisions.
Genomics is now part of everyday general practice. The PRECISE Genomics in Primary Care hub gives Australian GPs fast, practical tools to recognise genetic red flags, guide testing and support timely referrals.
GP Dr Kate Annear and Clinical Psychologist A/Prof Aliza Werner-Seidler discuss practical strategies for engaging young people, conducting psychosocial assessments, and using lifestyle, social, psychological and digital interventions to support mild to moderate depression and anxiety in young people.