Abstract
The BEACH program, a continuous national study of general practice activity in Australia, gives us an overview of encounters at which chronic musculoskeletal problems were managed. This synopsis provides a backdrop against which articles in this issue of the Australian Family Physician can be further considered.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Age Distribution
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Australia / epidemiology
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Child
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Child, Preschool
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Chronic Disease
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Family Practice / methods
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Family Practice / statistics & numerical data*
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Female
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Humans
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Infant
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Infant, Newborn
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Musculoskeletal Diseases / classification*
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Musculoskeletal Diseases / epidemiology
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Musculoskeletal Diseases / therapy
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Patient Care Management
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Referral and Consultation