30 Jul 2024
GP ‘speed dates’ show students the value of general practice
The RACGP used the weekend’s Australian Medical Students Association conference to spruik the profession and inspire the next generation.
30 Jul 2024
Cystic fibrosis medication expanded on PBS
Doctors can soon prescribe subsidised Trikafta to children earlier, in a ‘lifechanging’ move set to save families $250,000 each year.
30 Jul 2024
Can a virtual ED reduce diabetes hospitalisations?
A new initiative is hoped to ease ED loads and improve access to treatment, but there are concerns it may also fragment general practice care.
30 Jul 2024
GPs ‘blindsided’ by CVD risk calculator change
Already time-poor GPs say they are being burdened with extra admin, following the removal of self-population from the calculator in Best Practice software.
29 Jul 2024
Concern for rural practices as IV fluid shortage bites
The TGA is working to find suitable alternatives, with the unprecedented shortage expected to last at least until the end of the year.
29 Jul 2024
RACGP further responds to Ahpra criminal history standard
The college is calling for an individualised, non-discriminating approach that considers the length of time since any criminal offence.
29 Jul 2024
Doctors central to restoring public trust: Study
Around 95% of people trust their GP for health information over scientists and government agencies, new research has shown.
26 Jul 2024
RACGP celebrates ‘collective effort’ of recent clinical examz
More than 700 doctors are one step closer to becoming GPs, as the RACGP reveals key insights into the latest exam results.
26 Jul 2024
New PSR boss seeks to reassure GPs
As he embarks on a three-year term in the top job, Antonio Di Dio wants to dispel myths that the watchdog is a ‘scary, hidden monster’.
26 Jul 2024
Sold out RACGP addiction conference puts vulnerable people first
No longer an elephant in the room, the General Practice in Addiction Conference aims to start conversations about how to help the most vulnerable.