09 Jan 2023

Which baby sleep interventions are most effective?

With many parents now using behavioural sleep interventions, a new study examines which of the most common work best and cause the least harm.

18 Aug 2023

Call for ‘urgent intervention’ after practice receives $800k tax bill

The RACGP has warned Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews of widespread clinic shutdowns unless his state changes its approach to payroll tax.

17 Aug 2023

In Practice: Children with suspected serious bacterial infection

GPs have been issued a reminder about swift antibiotic treatment in paediatric cases of serious bacterial infection.

17 Aug 2023

Deadline looms for sign-up to centralised prescribing

The Department of Health and Aged Care is urging practices that have not registered for the national Prescription Delivery Service to do so.

16 Aug 2023

Concerns over possible telehealth indemnity gaps

The RACGP has queried some insurers’ policies towards exemptions to the ‘established clinical relationship’ requirement.

16 Aug 2023

Primary care research body celebrates 40 years

The AAAPC is marking its 40th anniversary with a focus on ‘giving back’ to its membership.

15 Aug 2023

Rewards program tied to bulk billing triggers patient data concern

A major medical chain is asking patients to choose between subsidised healthcare and privacy, a Choice investigation has alleged.

15 Aug 2023

Plea to Premier Minns as NSW and Victoria ‘exposed’ by payroll ruling

Both states issued a ruling for medical centres last Friday, a move one tax expert has described as ‘a real risk’ to practices.

15 Aug 2023

New GP-led group to strengthen transgender care

Recognising a lack of education in this space, the latest RACGP Specific Interests group aims to give GPs confidence and support.

14 Aug 2023

Pathology merger would make sub-leasing untenable: GP Alliance

General practice owners say the takeover – under review by the ACCC – would leave a ‘hole’ in the finances of many clinics.