25 Sep 2025
New deprescribing guideline for older Australians gains RACGP support
Researchers at the University of Western Australia have led the development of a new guideline, which GPs hope will make a genuine difference in clinical care.
25 Sep 2025
Study shows link between equity and melanoma care
Where you live and who your GP is could affect melanoma outcomes, a new study has found.
24 Sep 2025
Contribution of GPs not fully recognised in healthcare efficiency plan
According to the RACGP, a recent Productivity Commission report fails to capitalise on the achievements of well-supported and high-performing general practice.
24 Sep 2025
High levels of abuse experienced by general practice staff, Study Finds,
Patient violence and abuse in general practice is common, according to the first international study of its kind, but there is little research on how to prevent it.
24 Sep 2025
Perinatal loss support is accessible via a simple phone call
No matter where their patients are located, GPs can rely on a rural service for support with perinatal loss.
23 Sep 2025
RACGP welcomes recent increase in GP workforce
The college held separate nationwide ceremonies to welcome new Fellows and Rural Generalists.
23 Sep 2025
Trump brings back controversial autism-vaccine claims
The return of Andrew Wakefield’s debunked assertions raises questions about how US developments could influence GPs and patients in Australia.
23 Sep 2025
Another state takes up needle-free flu vaccination
A new program for young children, delivered by GPs, has been announced by the SA Government.
23 Sep 2025
Queensland Government says no to pill testing
A report has found pill-testing provides ‘valuable harm reduction’, yet two sites in Queensland look set to stay closed.
22 Sep 2025
Report reveals growing divide in colonoscopy access
New data shows Australians are not always receiving colonoscopies at the right time, highlighting disparities in access and opportunities to improve patient care.
