15 Sep 2023
‘Deeply troubling’: At least 184 general practices lost in a year
New clinics have offset the closures to a degree, but the figures represent a net loss of at least 55 practices – and incomplete data means the number could be much higher.
14 Sep 2023
Call for more recognition of GPs’ role in mental healthcare
With mental health the most common presentation in general practice, the RACGP has said more could be done to improve access and outcomes.
14 Sep 2023
In Practice: Interim prohibition orders
The RACGP has provided a generally supportive submission to AHPRA regarding its new power to issue IPOs.
14 Sep 2023
Payroll tax lifeline for Queensland general practice
Relief is in sight for the state’s medical centres, after the Government announced GP services will not be subject to the tax.
13 Sep 2023
New tobacco and nicotine laws ‘to be in place by next April’
Legislation entered Parliament this week, with measures to deter smoking among young people as well as cut the appeal of vapes.
13 Sep 2023
‘Drive change and shape the future of our profession’
Applications are now open for the RACGP Future Leaders Program, which arms GPs with the skills to influence and achieve change.
13 Sep 2023
Digital cardiac rehab almost halves hospital readmissions: Study
Patients who utilise online programs after a heart attack can significantly reduce their risk of cardio-related rehospitalisation, according new Australian research.
13 Sep 2023
GPs crucial to rare cancer care: RACGP
Key reforms are needed to help GPs better diagnose and treat patients, according to the college’s submission to a Senate Inquiry.
12 Sep 2023
GPs again listed among Australia’s most ethical
But those who do not offer bulk billing for medical appointments are seen as ‘unethical’, according to a new report.
12 Sep 2023
Lack of remote healthcare proving deadly
Avoidable deaths and hospitalisations continue to soar in Australia’s remote areas, where people miss out on billions in healthcare funding.