20 May 2024
Concerns raised over possible change to medicine advertising rules
The RACGP calls for greater transparency and larger fines for breaches in a review of Medicines Australia’s code of conduct.
20 May 2024
‘This was done for the cultural change’: GP makes history
Earlier this year, NSW junior doctors won a $230 million payout after alleging underpayment, but the lead plaintiff said it was never about the money.
20 May 2024
Age lowered for bowel cancer screening
From the age of 45, eligible Australians will soon be able to screen with the national program as part of this year’s Federal Budget package.
17 May 2024
More support needed for GPs delivering palliative care
This includes funding for specific MBS items for providing palliative care, which experts say can be part of GPs’ day to day.
17 May 2024
‘It’s been absolutely terrific’: 96-year-old GP shares secrets to success
Dr John Wiseman is one of Australia’s oldest practising doctors, and as he prepares to hang up the stethoscope, says he ‘has no regrets’
16 May 2024
Call for Censor-in-Chief nominations
Elections are now underway for the RACGP Board member position.
17 May 2024
‘Do not ever give up’: GP speaks out after AHPRA battle
The doctor is calling for sweeping changes to the watchdog, after an Ombudsman found it did not act in a timely manner or access relevant data.
16 May 2024
Report finds My Health Record ‘plagued’ with poor usability
It also found automation of simple tasks could free up to 30% of clinicians’ time, and data sharing could save $5.4 billion.
16 May 2024
In Practice: Further calls for feedback on Scope of Practice review
The RACGP is encouraging members to share their views on the proposed policy reforms across the three key theme areas.
15 May 2024
Extended skills recognition gains momentum
Integrative medicine is the latest area of specific interest awarded to a Fellow of the RACGP under its Recognition of Extended Skills program.