03 Nov 2023

Patient speaks out after online prescribing ‘ordeal’

One Australian woman is warning about the dangers of bypassing a GP, after ineffective medication for a UTI left her fighting for life in hospital.

03 Nov 2023

MyMedicare patient registration now open

Australians can now register with their preferred general practice in MyMedicare. Learn about the new voluntary patient registration system, how to register, and what it means for you.

02 Nov 2023

The power of BCNA’s consumer voice at COSA

BCNA’s internationally recognised Seat at the Table (SATT) program helps ensure that consumer voice is central in achieving better care, treatment and support for those affected by breast cancer.

02 Nov 2023

Lung Foundation Australia commends national Cancer Plan

The nation’s peak lung health body has commended the Australian Cancer Plan released today during Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer is Australia’s leading cause of cancer death.

02 Nov 2023

‘Fundamental’ regional healthcare shift needed: Report

The significant gaps identified in a new report has prompted an RACGP call for reforms aimed at enabling GPs to work at the top of their scope.

02 Nov 2023

GPs’ payroll tax plight hits Prime Minister’s inbox

The RACGP has penned an urgent letter directly to Anthony Albanese, saying new bulk-billing incentives are a ‘false economy’ if the tax grab is not scrapped.

02 Nov 2023

In Practice: MBS online tool updated NOV

November ushered in a host of changes to the MBS. The RACGP’s online tool is designed to help GPs keep up to date with billing.

02 Nov 2023

Free flu vaccinations for Queenslanders in 2024

Every resident in the state older than six months will be eligible next year, and the RACGP has called on other states to follow suit.

02 Nov 2023

Launch of the Australian Cancer Plan

Learn about the new Australian Cancer Plan, which aims to improve prevention, screening, treatment and management of all cancers for all people across Australia.

02 Nov 2023

$6 million for research to tackle diabetes and cardiovascular disease in Indigenous communities

We are providing almost $6 million to boost the health and wellbeing of First Nations people. Funding is from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).