17 Dec 2024
New long COVID deep dive
A podcast series has revealed new research findings, treatment options, and practical tips for GPs to introduce into their consultations.
17 Dec 2024
TGA renews calls to limit new HRT patch prescriptions
The reoccurring shortages are now expected to last until the end of 2025, raising concerns from GPs about how to support their patients long-term.
17 Dec 2024
RACGP endorses ‘incredible’ amount of resources
This year, the college endorsed a range of clinical guidelines demonstrating the breadth of general practice and supporting members’ CPD.
16 Dec 2024
‘Life-changing’ eczema drug to stay on PBS
Dupixent was at high risk of coming off the PBS as soon as this month due to high demand, but negotiations have secured its continued listing.
16 Dec 2024
Success of registrar wellbeing committee one year on
The RACGP’s progress on its initiatives to support GPs in training, as well as goals for the year ahead, are revealed in a new report.
16 Dec 2024
President and Premier hit the parkrun trail
The SA Premier and Health Minister joined the RACGP President and Adelaide GPs to showcase the benefits of parkrun and encourage social prescribing.
13 Dec 2024
AHPRA changes IMG English language tests
Doctors from 30 countries will no longer have to sit a test and, for those who do, the writing score will be reduced, but the RACGP is concerned.
13 Dec 2024
Arthritis rising among working-age patients: Study
With diagnoses to jump by 31% in 15 years, experts say investment is needed before the disease impacts ‘productivity at a national level’.
13 Dec 2024
Federal Government backs ADHD prescribing consistency
In response to last year’s Senate Inquiry, it also supports-in-principle calls to review relevant MBS items and pathways to GP assessments.
12 Dec 2024
In Practice: Patient-reported experiences survey
GP feedback is being sought on whether patient-reported measures are acceptable, appropriate and meaningful in the general practice context.