16 May 2023
Obesity found to speed up loss of immunity from COVID vaccines
COVID vaccines are very effective, but new research suggests the immune response is not as strong in some groups.
16 May 2023
GLP-1 RA prescribing checks flagged
GPs may soon need Services Australia approval prior to prescribing the diabetes medications, following evidence of ‘high use’ outside of PBS restrictions.
15 May 2023
FP 50 decision reversed
GPs will once again be able to initiate PBS prescriptions for a commonly used paediatric asthma medication, following a strong advocacy campaign.
12 May 2023
SafeScript turns four: What have we learnt?
Three GPs reflect on the real-time monitoring system for high-risk medications, the benefits and what could be improved.
11 May 2023
How a new AI tool may predict the early signs of Parkinson’s
The technology has helped to identify potential markers in the blood of people who later developed the disease.
11 May 2023
‘Alarming’ shortfall in aged care COVID vaccination
GPs are being urged to help increase rates ahead of winter, with around three quarters of eligible residents yet to receive a booster.
10 May 2023
Shingrix to replace Zostavax on the National Immunisation Program
The news has been welcomed by the Immunisation Coalition, but there are also concerns about eligibility restrictions.
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.