31 Oct 2024
Medicare watchdog repayments soar by $10m
The PSR recouped $32 million from negotiated agreements and determinations last year, often through doctors’ ‘lack of clinical input and poor record keeping’.
31 Oct 2024
Contribute to genomic research in Australia through our consultation and grant opportunity
Have your say on the future direction of the Medical Research Future Fund’s (MRFF) Genomics Health Futures Mission. Apply for a share of $50 million under the 2024 Genomics Health Futures grant opportunity.
31 Oct 2024
Mental health patients face record ED wait times
With 10% of these patients now waiting 23 hours to be admitted, experts say this ‘logjam’ can be eased by early GP intervention.
30 Oct 2024
Shuttle bus service secures 12-month extension after trial
Following overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients, the Robina Transfer Unit shuttle service has been given a 12-month extension.
30 Oct 2024
Nurse Practitioner Collaborative Arrangement comes to an end
As of Friday, the profession’s autonomy will be expanded as new laws take effect, despite long-standing opposition from the RACGP.
30 Oct 2024
ACNP Welcomes Changes to Improve Access to Medicare Funding and PBS Subsidies for Nurse Practitioner Care - Effective 1 November 2024
ACNP Welcomes Changes to Improve Access to Medicare Funding and PBS Subsidies for Nurse Practitioner Care - Effective 1 November 2024
30 Oct 2024
Showcase highlights regional health achievements and release of 2023-2024 annual report
South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Showcase at the Ottimo house in Campbelltown on Thursday, 24 October.
30 Oct 2024
Patient counselling advised regarding Shingrix vaccine
Some practices in South Western Sydney provide de-identified data for research projects relevant to general practice. SAFESIG GP, in collaboration with SAEFVIC, is investigating vaccine safety using primary care data.
30 Oct 2024
Mpox & syphilis outbreak webinar: prevention & management for GPs
The ongoing outbreak of mpox in Australia has prompted a call for clinicians to stay vigilant, with 523 new notifications in NSW since 1 June 2024.
30 Oct 2024
Have your say on the Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Strategy 2025-2030
The Mental Health Commission is developing a Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Strategy 2025-2030 (MHAOD Strategy).