Text messages are now common for health communication between general practices and patients. Text message reminders could promote cervical screening self-collection through general practice. However, some participants representing under-screened populations expressed concerns about accuracy, accessibility and privacy, highlighting the need for clear, tailored communication. GP endorsement in text message reminders may boost cervical screening participation for eligible patients, particularly for those unaware of the self-collection option in the Australian National Cervical Screening Program.

The digital health maturity among general practice clinics in Australia is not well understood. This study reports on a large cross-sectional digital health maturity assessment of 1164 general practice clinics across Australia, representing about one-third of clinics in the country. These findings highlight the importance of enhancing digital health and data literacy, leadership, and tailored change management to strengthen digital adoption in practices, potentially improving care quality and digital transformation nationally.

This article belongs to the collection: Quality Improvement and Evaluation in Primary Health Care.

This study fills a gap in understanding long COVID’s impact on disability, function and quality of life in Australia, where research is scarce despite global studies. Most participants faced significant challenges in participating in daily life and reported lower quality of life than the general population, especially regarding energy and social participation. The findings underscore the urgent need for tailored rehabilitation, and further research to inform health policy and care delivery.

Premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder are significant health concerns, yet individuals often report inadequate healthcare experiences. This study explored Australian experiences of health care for premenstrual distress, revealing both validating care and widespread instances of reductionist, uninformed, and dismissive responses. These findings emphasise the need for improved clinician education, trauma-informed and person-centred approaches, and a broader range of care options that are responsive to the complexity of premenstrual experiences.