09 Jan 2025
In Practice: Register now for the Clinical Update
The RACGP conference will be held on the Gold Coast in February, with this year’s theme focussing on the future of healthcare.
09 Jan 2025
Final report of investigation of RHH maternity services released
The final report of the independent investigation of maternity services at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) has been released, highlighting an ongoing commitment to the continuous improvement of health services provided in Tasmania.
09 Jan 2025
Quetiapine shortage ‘frankly unacceptable’
Some doses of the antipsychotic medication could be in shortage until July, leaving both patients and GPs ‘alarmed’.
09 Jan 2025
Should Australia be worried about HMPV?
As cases of human metapneumovirus surge overseas, what do Australian GPs need to know when concerned patients walk through their door?
09 Jan 2025
Expansion of physician assistants considered
The Queensland Health boss says he is ‘exploring opportunities to grow our traditional workforce’ but this has sparked GPs’ concern over scope of practice changes.
08 Jan 2025
‘Too little, too late’: An investigation into medication shortages
How are medication shortages affecting GPs and their patients? Calls are being made to change how they are being managed and communicated.
08 Jan 2025
How popular is the new GP expedited pathway?
AHPRA says it is receiving up to 15 applications each week from GPs since the pathway’s launch in October, with 80% coming from the UK.
08 Jan 2025
Contraceptive pill Slinda recommended for PBS listing
In its decision, the PBAC highlighted the importance of patients having access to a range of contraceptive options without cost barriers.
08 Jan 2025
Hearing Services Program provider notice – Updated forms
Updated forms for the Hearing Services Program are now available. Providers must use the updated forms from 1 July 2025.