The Check-up

Improving healthcare in Australia and around the world.

The Check-up is a health podcast hosted by Medcast, with 39 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Medcast hosts The Check-up, a health show with 39 episodes published.

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  Women's health podcast series: update on medication use in pregnancy

  Mar 29, 202626 min

  Medication use in younger patients is increasingly common, and often patients will be using medications such as GLP-1 receptor agonists, topical retinoids, and antidepressants in the lead-up to pregnancy. In this episode, Associate Professor Debra Kennedy, Director of Mothersafe, provides expert guidance on navigating decisions about continuing or stopping these medications in the preconception and antenatal periods. We will cover practical advice on managing commonly used medications — from SSRIs and epilepsy treatments to everyday remedies for nausea, cold symptoms, and reflux. This essential update equips GPs to confidently support their patients in medication management throughout pregnancy. Read the Blog: https://medcast.com.au/blog/womens-health-podcast-series-update-on-medication-use-in-pregnancy Log your CPD: https://medcast.com.au/account/management/cpd?createActivity=140263&utm_source=medcast-blog&utm_term=/blog/womens-health-podcast-series-update-on-medication-use-in-pregnancy

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  Women's health podcast series: breast cancer screening update

  Mar 22, 202623 min

  In this episode of our "women’s health podcast series,” Sydney-based GP and Medical Educator Rebecca Chan sits down with Breast Physican, Dr Katrina Tiller, chair of the RACGP breast special interests group, to unpack the recent introduction of breast density reporting, what it means for patients, and how GPs can confidently guide screening conversations in everyday practice.  Breast density reporting has recently been introduced across several BreastScreen programs, leading to more patients seeking guidance on what it means for their breast cancer risk and screening options. In this episode, Dr Katrina Tiller, breast physician and chair of the RACGP special interests group in breast medicine, helps clarify these important updates. She explains how breast density affects risk, how to interpret category C or D findings, and when supplementary screening might be necessary. We’ll also delve into navigating the complex discussions increasingly presented by breast cancer screening in general practice.  Read the Blog: https://medcast.com.au/blog/womens-health-podcast-series-breast-cancer-screening-update Log your CPD: https://medcast.com.au/account/management/cpd?createActivity=140261&utm_source=medcast-blog&utm_term=/blog/womens-health-podcast-series-breast-cancer-screening-update

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  Women's health podcast series: vaccinations in pregnancy

  Mar 15, 202625 min

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  Women's health podcast series: updates in gestational diabetes diagnosis

  Mar 8, 202627 min

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  Women's health podcast series: updates on cervical cancer screening

  Mar 1, 202624 min

  With recent updates to the cervical screening guidelines released in April 2025, it’s essential for GPs to stay informed — not only about the new recommendations but also how to apply them effectively in everyday patient care. In this episode, Dr Sara Whitburn, Medical Director of Sexual Health Victoria, guides us through these latest developments and shares insights to help GPs confidently navigate cervical screening conversations and address patient concerns with clarity and reassurance.

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