04 Dec 2024

Calls to delay changes to B12 testing

Potential changes to item descriptors, fees and claim frequencies are scheduled for July, but doctors are calling for further consultation, saying ‘additional red tape for GPs should be avoided’.

04 Dec 2024

‘An excellent change’: Dapagliflozin PBS access expanded

The shift to increase access to more type 2 diabetes patients is in line with RACGP recommendations and clinical guidelines.

04 Dec 2024

GP duo ‘giving as much back to the community as possible’

The couple has studied, worked and raised a family together, and last month Fellowed side by side, marking a ‘proud milestone’.

04 Dec 2024

Updates to RACGP training program eligibility

The college is bringing in changes in 2025.2 to improve the GP training experience and steer the workforce in ‘the right direction’.

04 Dec 2024

2023-24 financial results for cost recovery activities for listing medicines on the PBS and designated vaccines on the NIP

2023-24 financial results for cost recovery activities for listing medicines on the PBS and designated vaccines on the NIP

04 Dec 2024

Error in the PBS listings for methylphenidate hydrochloride modified release tablet (Concerta, Methylphenidate-TEVA XR, Methylphenidate XR ARX)

Error in the PBS listings for methylphenidate hydrochloride modified release tablet (Concerta, Methylphenidate-TEVA XR, Methylphenidate XR ARX)

04 Dec 2024

Time is running out to record your CPD hours for 2024

The deadline for GPs to meet 2024 CPD activities is nearing and South Western Sydney PHN has compiled resources to support GPs in meeting their requirements.

04 Dec 2024

Firearm licencing arrangements discussed in latest Link Lunch

NSW Police Force will soon release new requirements for firearm licencing agreements.

03 Dec 2024

Work–life balance shines for GPs in training: Survey

The annual Medical Training Survey has revealed positive feedback for RACGP training, with some areas for improvement.

03 Dec 2024

Australian-first deafness awareness training

An Australian-first innovative training program designed to make health care more accessible and equitable for people who are Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of hearing is being officially rolled out across the Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) from today.