19 Oct 2023
In Practice: Unpacking the Medicare compliance process
An upcoming webinar will aim to alleviate some of the fear and misconceptions that exist around compliance.
19 Oct 2023
RACGP 2023 state awards recognise excellence in general practice
The winners are also in line for national awards, which will be revealed at the upcoming WONCA World Conference.
19 Oct 2023
Hopes for ‘sustained improvement’ in appropriate prescribing
A report shows a significant rise in the number of antimicrobial prescriptions in 2022 – but the rate remains below pre-pandemic levels.
19 Oct 2023
Senate delays release of ADHD report
Initial documents have revealed doctors wrote 3.1 million prescriptions for the disorder in 2022, a 134% increase from just five years earlier.
18 Oct 2023
Online menopause registry launches
The Australian-first initiative was designed to created tangible improvements to women’s healthcare, shedding a light on the hidden condition.
18 Oct 2023
Cervical screening stalls, height data rises: PIP QI data
An updated snapshot of general practices has illustrated the shifts in 10 key quality improvement measures – but how useful is it?
18 Oct 2023
Warning over PBS nicotine patch availability
Six organisations, including the RACGP, have written to Minister Butler about a ‘major threat to public health’.
18 Oct 2023
Nurse-led clinics ‘another slap in the face’
The RACGP has strongly criticised the establishment of five new urgent care clinics in the ACT, saying they contradict Federal guidance.
18 Oct 2023
Report highlights lingering burden on volunteer firefighters
It says reducing stigma, taking time out, and bolstering support are key to keeping Australia’s emergency crews mentally well.
17 Oct 2023
Methotrexate effective against osteoarthritis: Study
Long-awaited relief could be on the way for patients, after researchers found a weekly oral dose of the drug lessened pain and stiffness.