03 Nov 2025
Flu Deaths Surpass COVID‑19 Amid Record-Breaking Season
Australia’s influenza season has reached unprecedented levels, with flu-related deaths surpassing COVID-19 fatalities for the first time since the pandemic’s peak.
03 Nov 2025
Uptake of Bulk Billing Incentive Program Remains Low
Despite months of promotion, only a small proportion of Australian general practices have committed to switching to the new Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP).
03 Nov 2025
Real-World Anaesthesia Experts Share Knowledge to Improve Global Health Equity
Chris Bowden, Deputy Medical Director of Anaesthetics at Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH), manages a demanding hospital role alongside his dedication to global health equity. He frequently travels to countries with limited resources to share his knowledge and skills.
03 Nov 2025
Partnership strengthens diabetes care for people with mental health needs
A collaborative project between South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN) and the South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is helping improve diabetes care for people living with mental health conditions.
03 Nov 2025
Chronic Condition Management Changes: What Allied Health Providers Need to Know
Significant chronic condition management changes took effect on 1 July 2025, replacing the former Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plans and referrals with the new GP Chronic Condition Management Plans (GPCCMPs).
01 Nov 2025
New Bulk‑Billing Incentives for GPs and Practices
Starting 1 November 2025, the Australian Government is making major changes to how bulk‑billing incentives work under the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS).
31 Oct 2025
Update: Brodifacoum Poisoning Linked to Homemade Foods in Logan
Authorities have identified a common source of brodifacoum poisoning in the Logan area, with all affected individuals having consumed homemade foods.
31 Oct 2025
Adolescent to Parent Violence: GPs Call for More Support
General practitioners are seeking greater support to help families affected by adolescent to parent violence, a complex and emotionally challenging issue.
31 Oct 2025
RACGP Road Trip Gives Registrars a Taste of Rural Medicine
General practice registrars from across Western New South Wales recently embarked on a 300-kilometre RACGP ‘Rural Roundup’ road trip, gaining hands-on experience in rural medicine.
31 Oct 2025
GPs Warn Mental Health MBS Changes Could Harm Patients and Clinics
General practitioners have raised concerns that changes to Medicare mental health items, due to start on 1 November, could negatively affect patient care and the financial sustainability of clinics focused on mental health.