28 Aug 2024
Finger-prick test could screen for early Alzheimer’s
Developed by Australian researchers, the first-of-its-kind handheld device is aimed at GPs and can detect disease markers in blood within minutes.
26 Aug 2024
Milestone marked: more than 10,000 patients access Urgent Care in our region
SWSPHN’s commitment to providing accessible and timely healthcare has reached an impressive milestone with more than 10,000 patients treated at Urgent Care sites across our region.
16 Aug 2024
Scope of practice: Exactly how the RACGP is advocating for you
GP funding models are outdated and no longer fit for purpose, and this must change, writes RACGP President Dr Nicole Higgins.
22 Feb 2024
Revisit the AMA’s Vision for Australia’s Health webinar
The AMA’s second webinar for 2024 was held this week with a focus on the AMA’s priorities for 2024 and beyond.
24 Apr 2024
World Medical Association resolution of protecting of healthcare in Israel and Gaza
Professors Steve Robson and Omar Khorshid were in Korea last week for the 226th World Medical Association Council session.
30 Apr 2024
Preventive care for atrial fibrillation currently ‘less than ideal’
More than four-in-10 patients hospitalised with the condition die within a decade, according to a new Australian study.
05 Apr 2024
PBAC Public Summary Documents – December 2023 meeting
PBAC Public Summary Documents – December 2023 meeting
22 Mar 2024
Government launches new Medical Costs Finder awareness campaign
The Department of Health and Aged Care has launched a national information campaign to encourage Australians to use the Medical Costs Finder when seeking private specialist care.
22 Mar 2024
Health Minister commends AMA’s influence at colleges and societies meeting
Health Minister Mark Butler was among the many speakers at the AMA’s meeting of medical colleges and societies, attended by about 100 representatives.
22 Mar 2024
Sweltering summer turns up heat on climate change
With the impacts already being felt, a new survey is calling on GPs to contribute their expertise and help shape a different future.
