14 Oct 2025
"Calls for improvement in rural miscarriage care amid reports of fragmentation and dismissiveness"
"A report highlights deficiencies in rural early pregnancy loss care, though an expert says the recommended reforms omit GPs."
13 Oct 2025
"Pathology results available immediately with one click"
As of Monday, patients will have immediate access to most pathology results on My Health Record, a change that GPs need to be aware of."
14 Oct 2025
"Helping general practitioners recognise and manage gambling-related issues"
"SPONSORED: GPs are uniquely positioned to recognise gambling harm, which can impact mental, physical, and financial health."
10 Oct 2025
DoHDA to send early intervention letters to GPs in October
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA) will be sending “early intervention letters” to around 550 healthcare providers, including 100 GPs, this month.
10 Oct 2025
RACGP calls for stronger mental health support in rural Australia
On World Mental Health Day, the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has highlighted the urgent need for improved mental health support in rural areas, calling on all levels of government to act.
10 Oct 2025
In Practice: Bulk-billing signage, chronic condition management, eNRMC update and occupational medicine conference
Bulk-billing practice signage From 1 November 2025, practices participating in the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA)
09 Oct 2025
“The Emotional Toll of Hygiene Poverty on Millions
Around four million Australians can no longer afford basic hygiene products, affecting both their physical and mental health.”
09 Oct 2025
“Award for GP Advancing Addiction Medicine Research”
“Acknowledged for his commitment to expanding care access, a Melbourne GP has transitioned into addiction medicine.”
09 Oct 2025
“Changes Made to AHPRA’s Telehealth Prescribing Statement”
The regulator emphasizes that prescribing in line with ‘good practice’ can occur via in-person, video, or phone consultations, not solely face-to-face.”
08 Oct 2025
Recent research raises concerns over tramadol use
Analysis of multiple studies shows that tramadol provides minimal benefit for chronic pain patients but may raise the risk of heart problems.
