28 Mar 2023
GPs ‘essential’ to tackling complacency over influenza
New research has found more than a third of Australians underestimate risks of the flu – but nearly half want to discuss preventive options.
28 Mar 2023
GP prescriber-route rarely used for nicotine vapes
The impact of e-cigarettes is already being felt in general practice, but reforms may see more patients presenting for help with accessing – and quitting – the addictive products.
28 Mar 2023
GPs have ‘unique perspectives and voices that need to be heard’
RACGP Quality Care Chair Professor Mark Morgan explains how members play a role in advocacy through representation.
27 Mar 2023
Uncertainty surrounding analgesic use for back pain
Research shows low confidence for most medicines prescribed for acute lower back pain, with experts recommending a ‘cautious approach’.
27 Mar 2023
Introducing new video case studies to encourage women to undergo breast screening.
Breast cancer is the most diagnosed form of cancer in Australian women. To help encourage women to book a free breast screening mammogram BreastScreen Australia has released 4 new inspirational videos.
27 Mar 2023
Second case of Murray Valley encephalitis detected in NSW this season
Communities on the NSW and Victorian border are reminded to protect themselves against mosquito bites following confirmation of a second case of Murray Valley encephalitis (MVE) virus infection in NSW.
27 Mar 2023
Finding new drugs for depression in bipolar disorder
People with bipolar disorder are depressed for almost half their lives but there is no effective treatment. After searching drug profiles, psychiatrist Professor Michael Berk discovered the common high blood pressure drug candesartan could help. He is testing candesartan in a clinical trial.
27 Mar 2023
Responding to queries from a research administration officer and stakeholders regarding the Medical Research Future Fund.
Read our responses to questions from research administration officers (RAOs) and other stakeholders relating to the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
27 Mar 2023
Release of the National Rural and Remote Nursing Generalist Framework 2023 – 2027
The Australian Government has announced the National Rural and Remote Nursing Generalist Framework. The framework supports registered nurses to work to their full ability in rural and remote healthcare settings
27 Mar 2023
Pharmacy reform could save more than $800m annually
Allowing patients two months’ supply of some medications would halve dispensing fees, the RACGP has said.