20 May 2024
Concerns raised over possible change to medicine advertising rules
The RACGP calls for greater transparency and larger fines for breaches in a review of Medicines Australia’s code of conduct.
20 May 2024
‘This was done for the cultural change’: GP makes history
Earlier this year, NSW junior doctors won a $230 million payout after alleging underpayment, but the lead plaintiff said it was never about the money.
17 May 2024
GPs told to ‘prescribe and dispense as usual’ amid data breach
The RACGP attended an Office of Cyber Security briefing about the incident on Friday, confirming patients can continue to access their medicines.
17 May 2024
National survey to highlight challenges and opportunities in delivering palliative care
A landmark survey has been launched at the start of National Palliative Care Week that seeks to identify the challenges, barriers, and successes in delivering or accessing palliative care in a range of health settings.
17 May 2024
COVID-19 update 17 May 2024
COVID cases in SA There have been 1,528 new cases of COVID-19 reported in South Australia in the past week.
17 May 2024
More support needed for GPs delivering palliative care
This includes funding for specific MBS items for providing palliative care, which experts say can be part of GPs’ day to day.
17 May 2024
‘It’s been absolutely terrific’: 96-year-old GP shares secrets to success
Dr John Wiseman is one of Australia’s oldest practising doctors, and as he prepares to hang up the stethoscope, says he ‘has no regrets’
17 May 2024
Aged care design ideas competition – Winners announced
We have announced the winners of the ‘Reimagining Where We Live’ design ideas competition.
17 May 2024
Protect yourself and others from serious illness as flu season starts in NSW
NSW Health is strongly urging the community to stay up to date with their vaccinations to protect themselves and others, as the flu season begins, and notifications of respiratory viruses rise across the state.
17 May 2024
ACNP Media release - Bill to remove collaborative arrangements
ACNP Media release - Bill to remove collaborative arrangements