11 Jan 2023
NEW SEVERE ASTHMA MEDICATION LISTED ON THE PBS
The Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) has approved the listing of Trimbow 200/6/10 (Trimbow) for the maintenance treatment of asthma from January 1 2023. The medication is manufactured by Chiesi Australia, branded Trimbow.
11 Jan 2023
GPs with double lives: Authors part 2
Dr Jacinta Halloran and Dr Leah Kaminsky discuss how writing not only provides a fulfilling alternate career but can be a form of self-care.
11 Jan 2023
Antibiotics shortage in Australia
There are current shortages of some antibiotics in Australia, including amoxicillin, amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, cefalexin, metronidazole and trimethoprim. We are facilitating supply of alternative medicines as a priority.
10 Jan 2023
New fitness-to-drive test could streamline process for GPs
The test, currently in development, will be focused on patients living with dementia and is designed to be performed in consulting rooms.
10 Jan 2023
‘Little faith’ in vexatious notifications filter
A college submission to the Health Practitioner Ombudsman has suggested a number of improvements for AHPRA’s processes.
10 Jan 2023
Is increased screen time impacting children’s emotional growth?
New research shows an association between mobile devices and emotional dysregulation in children, with potentially long-term consequences.
09 Jan 2023
Further sign of accelerated bulk billing decline
The decline in bulk billing rates has been flagged in the media, along with a warning of a further ‘exponential’ fall.
09 Jan 2023
RACGP flags concerns around payroll tax ruling, pushes for exemptions
A newly released public ruling from the Queensland Revenue Office may impact practice viability and patient out-of-pocket costs, the college has warned.