28 Feb 2024

Audit calls for PHN transparency overhaul

Sweeping changes must be rolled out to ensure the program is accountable and consistent, according to an Audit Office investigation.

28 Feb 2024

‘You’ve got to look back before you can move forward’

Truth-telling and sovereignty are vital to overcoming Indigenous health inequalities, according to a new RACGP submission.

27 Feb 2024

Progress being made on ‘huge problem’ for GPs

Endlessly inputting the same clinical information in different systems may soon be a relic of the past, thanks to a concerted push to improve interoperability.

26 Feb 2024

Misconduct management must be ‘strong and robust’: RACGP

A college submission into professional sexual violations by health practitioners says laws must ‘strike the right balance’ between patient protection and procedural justice.

26 Feb 2024

New national awards chance to shine a light on GP excellence

GPs and clinics are encouraged to nominate their peers for the Stronger Medicare Awards, aimed at recognising those delivering outstanding care.

27 Feb 2024

What is Ryeqo?

While the medicine has already been available in Australia since 2022, it was recently approved for the treatment of endometriosis.

27 Feb 2024

Senate told that menopause care requires overhaul

There is an urgent need for improved support and access to care for people experiencing menopause and perimenopause, the RACGP says.

26 Feb 2024

Kids flu cases predicted to spike if vaccine rates remain low

GPs have been urged to promote the vaccine among patients with young children, with just 28% of kids receiving the lifesaving immunisation.

28 Feb 2024

Think tank explores ways to improve GP workforce

Boosting recruitment and retention by raising the profile of general practice among medical students were key themes at a recent RACGP event.

26 Feb 2024

IWD: The fight against misogyny in healthcare ‘is not over’

A former UN Medical Director is sharing her inspiring story as part of the RACGP’s International Women’s Day Queensland event.