Why the RACGP supports mandatory vaccination for healthcare workers The college’s stand is about showing leadership and protecting patients, practice staff and the wider community, President Dr Karen Price writes.
‘The most amazing opportunity’: Final intake for 2022 AGPT Program As AGPT intake draws to a close, new Fellows reflect on their experiences and what that led them to a career in general practice.
Survey suggests vaccine hesitancy is falling across Australia The results indicate a positive trend, but researchers say more work needs to be done to assess why some people are still not being reached.
Five further blood clot cases linked to AstraZeneca The latest TGA safety report also confirms no vaccine-related fatalities have occurred in the past week, in stark contrast to 62 COVID deaths.
Government clarifies GPs’ position as states expand Pfizer eligibility The Department of Health has confirmed GPs can mirror states on Pfizer eligibility for over-60s.
RACGP releases position statement on mandatory vaccination The college has come out in support of mandatory COVID-19 vaccination for healthcare workers, including GPs.
In Practice: Have your say at the upcoming members’ forums Also find out about the latest events from RACGP Rural and tips for treating doctor-patients.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder The Good GP explores the impact obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has on patients and strategies to normalise OCD; screening and detection; managing OCD in primary care and when to refer.
COVID-19 vaccine review finds ‘insufficient’ evidence for boosters A new article published in The Lancet has queried whether enough reliable data exists for booster programs despite their early adoption in several countries.
Medical colleges urge Prime Minister to act on climate emergency Doctors have warned Australia must significantly increase its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions to protect health and save lives.