13 Aug 2024

PBS additions for cancer and epilepsy

Tens of thousands of patients each year are set to benefit from several first-time additions, including Zyamis and Tecentriq SC.

13 Aug 2024

New RACGP National IMG Committee calls for members

The long-awaited committee aims to better advocate for overseas-trained doctors, with its recruitment process now open to members.

13 Aug 2024

National Asthma Week 1-7 September

During National Asthma Week (1-7 September) we're highlighting that asthma is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases in Australia

13 Aug 2024

Are AI scribes risking patient safety?

The college has released new guidance for using artificial intelligence in practice in a bid to help GPs safely navigate emerging technologies.

12 Aug 2024

Just insulting’: RACGP demands ECG restriction reversal

New data shows GPs have delivered 2.2 million fewer ECG services since MBS item changes were rolled out in 2020, creating a ‘ticking time bomb’.

12 Aug 2024

Doctor banned for 15 years following rape convictions

Medical Board of Australia v Gopal A doctor has had his registration cancelled and has been disqualified from reapplying for 15 years after raping two patients and inappropriately touching another.

12 Aug 2024

‘Just insulting’: RACGP demands ECG restriction reversal

New data shows GPs have delivered 2.2 million fewer ECG services since MBS item changes were rolled out in 2020, creating a ‘ticking time bomb’.

12 Aug 2024

Misdiagnosis ‘inevitable’ as WA widens pharmacy prescribing

GPs will be left out of the loop once again as WA joins other states in expanding the controversial program, despite dire warnings.