04 Dec 2023
Ear health improving for First Nations people: AIHW
A new report shows the rates of ear and hearing problems have declined, while screening and audiology uptake have improved.
04 Dec 2023
Victorian psychologist reprimanded by tribunal for professional misconduct in multiple treating relationship
A Victorian psychologist who treated two patients as both a psychologist and nutritionist has been reprimanded by a tribunal for professional misconduct and been put under supervision.
01 Dec 2023
‘I’ve enjoyed it immensely’: Bruce Willett reflects
The outgoing RACGP Vice President sat down with newsGP to discuss his advocacy, favourite memories and proudest moments.
01 Dec 2023
How does Australia’s health system stack up internationally?
Not bad, if you’re willing to wait for it, writes health economist Dr Stephen Duckett.
01 Dec 2023
‘The law will be changed’: GP laments impact of VAD ruling
A ruling this week in the Federal Court confirmed that telehealth cannot be used during the voluntary assisted dying process.
30 Nov 2023
Should all children be screened for coeliac disease?
Italy will begin screening all children for coeliac disease from 2024, but it remains unclear whether Australia should follow suit.
30 Nov 2023
In Practice: Demystifying Medicare
The RACGP has prepared responses to a broad range of questions around the MBS, which members can access via the college website.
30 Nov 2023
‘Completely preventable’ asthma deaths skyrocket by 32%
The concerning trend saw 467 Australians die last year, but experts say most could have been avoided with the right safeguards in place.
30 Nov 2023
How improving cultural safety can lead to better outcomes
Harnessing transformation and culturally safe values within the healthcare system are central to Indigenous health leader Janine Mohamed.
30 Nov 2023
RACGP announces CEO departure
Paul Wappett has left his position with immediate effect and a global search to find his replacement is underway.