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.