31 Jul 2023

NSW pharmacy prescribing trial expands

More than 1000 pharmacies are now able to assess UTI treatments, with details of the clinical trial linked to the project yet to be published.

31 Jul 2023

RACGP tours WA to discuss doctor shortage

Boosting access to remote medical treatment was the top priority of an RACGP leaders tour of Western Australia.

28 Jul 2023

Gas phase-out lauded as ‘the right choice for health’

The Victorian Government has said gas connections will be banned in new homes from next year, with GPs endorsing the move.

28 Jul 2023

GPs as ‘advocates in an increasingly complex medical system’

A Canberra GP who cares for patients aged zero to 100 is recipient of the award for outstanding service to her community.

28 Jul 2023

Q&A with Professor Michael Kidd

Australia’s former Deputy Chief Medical Officer chats with newsGP about general practice, COVID-19 and the upcoming WONCA World Conference.

27 Jul 2023

TGA flags focus on illegal vapes

Unlawful nicotine vaping products and medicinal cannabis advertising are priority areas for the medicine regulator for the next year.

26 Jul 2023

Scrap preference for video telehealth consultations: RACGP

The college has said the current MBS principle lacks evidence and could compromise access to care.

25 Jul 2023

‘A powerful tool’: Practices urged to take part in patient study

The survey is designed to help practices understand and compare the management of patients with chronic conditions, both at home and abroad.

24 Jul 2023

Funding boost for rural GP training welcomed

Around 340 doctors will be funded to go on rural placements run through the John Flynn Prevocational Doctor Program.

20 Aug 2023

No change to payroll approach: WA Government

The RACGP WA Chair has been told that most GPs are still considered as ‘contractors running an independent business’.