10 May 2023

Most antidepressants used for chronic pain lack evidence: Study

The effectiveness and safety of many drugs commonly prescribed for chronic pain is not known, a Cochrane Review has found.

23 Aug 2023

Remote registrar ‘never felt more supported’

Despite being the only regular doctor physically present in his clinic, the newest member of Armidale’s general practice community is thriving.

22 Aug 2023

NSW Opposition joins pleas for payroll tax amnesty

The state Liberal Party will move an amendment to postpone the tax grab, as medical centres warn of mass closures.

22 Aug 2023

Why AHPRA makes you declare parking fines (in some states)

A review into the criminal history registration standard is underway, which has drawn attention to the current requirements.

22 Aug 2023

GP shortage bites despite rising IMG numbers

A record influx of doctors has not put an end to ongoing GP shortages in many Australian communities.

09 May 2023

First RSV vaccine approved in US

The US drugs regulator has given the green light to a new vaccine, which is also under consideration by the TGA in Australia.

08 May 2023

Australian-first study reveals full scope of GP skin cancer care

Researchers hope the findings will help guide education, policy and interventions to optimise skin cancer prevention and management.

08 May 2023

GP considerations when prescribing medicinal cannabis

SPONSORED: Medicinal cannabis prescription rates are increasing – what does the latest research say about its safety?

05 May 2023

New overdose report a ‘wake-up call’

Nearly 1800 drug-induced deaths were recorded in 2021 – equivalent to five per day – a new UNSW report has found.

05 May 2023

An ageing population and a GP workforce shortage: Is team-based care the answer?

newsGP speaks with a general practice where multidisciplinary care is the cornerstone of serving the needs of an increasingly complex patient cohort.