20 Jul 2023
‘Strong concerns’: ACCC queries pathology merger bid
The regulator has said a proposed takeover of Healius by ACL, a move opposed by the RACGP, could have an adverse effect on patients.
18 Jul 2023
More respect needed for ‘Craft of Generalism’: GP
A prominent general practice academic says there is an urgent need to clarify the value and expertise of generalist approaches in healthcare.
18 Jul 2023
Ban tobacco and vape political donations: RACGP
It is among the college suggestions for proposed laws aimed at ensuring Australia remains a ‘world leader’ in tobacco control.
14 Jul 2023
Regional town set to benefit from supervision program
Another rural area in dire need of GPs is set to welcome a registrar under the RACGP’s remote supervision program.
10 Jul 2023
Student placements key to rural healthcare: Study
The paper adds to a growing body of research that shows regional placement opportunities are a vital part of tackling workforce maldistribution.
10 Jul 2023
Tasmania ditches the fax and welcomes digital reform
Australia’s smallest state has implemented an electronic referral system one GP says should ‘definitely be rolled out nationally’.
07 Jul 2023
Medical receptionists bear brunt of patient aggression: Study
New research has found general practice admin staff are frequently subjected to verbal abuse, as well as physical violence, causing lasting harm.
07 Jul 2023
General practice ‘denigrated’ to most students: Poll
Survey results highlight the imperative of ensuring the ‘incredibly rewarding’ aspects of general practice are clear during medical studies.
06 Jul 2023
The state of play for payroll tax and general practice
With various states and territories all adopting different approaches to the issue, newsGP looks at the latest updates across Australia.
05 Jul 2023
Big Tobacco’s new push into pharmacy vapes
Documents seen by newsGP show how a tobacco giant is trying to corner the vaping market as the Government clamps down.