29 May 2023
Health of the Nation: Last chance to help shape RACGP advocacy
Attracting and retaining the general practice workforce is a key focus of this year’s survey, which is due to close on 31 May.
29 May 2023
Doctor cleared of sexual misconduct
Tasmanian medical doctor Reinhard Hemm has been cleared of sexual misconduct after a tribunal cited concerns about variations in the detail of the notifier’s account to different people.
29 May 2023
Green whistle relief for podiatry patients
Podiatrists at Noarlunga Hospital will trial a new model of care for anxious patients, including children, to help them get rapid access to some minor surgical procedures.
29 May 2023
Insurance cut for gender-affirming care ‘sends such a negative signal’
MDA National will no longer cover GPs initiating gender-affirming treatment for adolescents – a move that could impact patient wellbeing.
29 May 2023
AHPRA more than halves use of investigation powers
The RACGP President welcomes the shift, which follows college advocacy – but says more needs to be done to cut the time to resolve notifications.
26 May 2023
RACGP calls for ‘more action’ following reproductive healthcare report
President Dr Nicole Higgins says the Government needs to act now to end Australia’s ‘postcode lottery’.
26 May 2023
The flooded general practice governments forgot
The plight of this rural NSW clinic raises questions about government assistance for GPs at a critical time for their patients.
26 May 2023
COVID-19 update 26 May 2023
COVID Cases in SA There have been 4,012 new cases of COVID-19 reported in South Australia in the past week. As of 11:59pm Thursday 25 May, there were 177 people with COVID-19 in hospital, including five people in ICU and one person ventilated.
26 May 2023
Committee to advise on Medical Research Future Fund health technology assessment investments
The Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Chairs Committee will advise on HTA investments under the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
26 May 2023
Health Technology Assessment Policy and Methods Review Consultation and Updates from the Health Technology Assessment Policy and Methods Review Reference Committee
Health Technology Assessment Policy and Methods Review Consultation and Updates from the Health Technology Assessment Policy and Methods Review Reference Committee