28 Nov 2024
How much do no-show patients impact you?
From ‘not huge’, to ‘problematic’, or a sign a patient ‘may be at higher risk’, GPs have reflected on the flow-on effects of these missed appointments, and just how often they occur.
28 Nov 2024
GLP-1 receptor agonists linked to kidney failure prevention: Study
It found the diabetes and weight-loss drugs can reduce deterioration regardless of diabetes status, but supply remains an issue.
27 Nov 2024
RACGP calls for GP permission to provide diabetes technology access
As part of a consultation process for subsidised access to continuous glucose monitoring, the college says GPs are ‘essential’ to supporting equitable access.
26 Nov 2024
New Chair for RACGP Funding and Health System Reform
Associate Professor Rashmi Sharma is stepping up at a ‘pivotal moment for the profession’ and has shared her goals for the future.
25 Nov 2024
Celebrating the ‘future of our college’ at GP24
Almost 120 GPs were welcomed by the RACGP on the final day of the Perth conference, which was hailed as a ‘nothing but positive’ event.
26 Nov 2024
Hypertension costing Australia $1.2 billion a year
Researchers are calling for overhauled policies to reduce treatment costs and increase care access, with pharmacy fees making up 51% of spending.
26 Nov 2024
Bill targeting rural GP shortage stalls
The Federal ‘Doctors for the Bush’ private bill proposed a reversal to changes in Distribution Priority Area settings.
26 Nov 2024
Go-to Medicare guide aims to arm GPs with confidence
A new RACGP-backed resource provides clarity on Medicare’s principles and mechanisms to support navigation of, and compliance with, the complex system.
25 Nov 2024
‘Keep up the momentum’: New RACGP President visits Parliament
Dr Michael Wright has met with politicians of all sides in Canberra, taking the concerns and ideas of GPs directly to the nation’s health decisionmakers.
26 Nov 2024
Payroll tax relief for NSW GPs treating veterans
In a move welcomed by the RACGP, the State Government has waived the tax on the care of veterans with a Gold, White or Orange DVA card.