MBS mental health gap must be addressed: RACGP GPs are ‘effectively discouraged’ from providing quality mental health care under the current system, a college submission has stated.
Syphilis is making a comeback: What GPs need to know A steady rise in cases has put screening for what had become a rare STI back on the agenda.
Blood clots, supply issues, new technologies: Does Australia need another COVID vaccine option? After delays with Novavax, advising against AstraZeneca for under-50s, and ruling out Johnson & Johnson, what are the Government’s remaining options?
How do we move towards truly consumer-centred healthcare? NPS MedicineWise CEO Steve Morris interviews Leanne Wells, CEO of the Consumers Health Forum of Australia, discussing what is needed to move more towards truly patient-centred care.
‘No change’ in risk profile with second blood clot case linked to AstraZeneca Two cases of clotting in 700,000 administered doses does not indicate an increased level of risk, experts have said.
Joint COVID infection control guidelines expected within weeks The new recommendations are being assessed by ICEG and the National COVID-19 Evidence Taskforce as part of the final approval process.
Third of stillbirths could be avoided if different care provided Experts say new research is a reminder of the importance of recognising risk factors for stillbirth.
RACGP calls for changes after ECG Medicare cuts The college wants GPs to be treated for what they are – medical specialists – when billing for electrocardiograms.
Broader storage conditions for Pfizer vaccine bring GPs into the fold TGA-approved guideline changes have opened the possibility for general practices to take part in the rollout of the mRNA vaccine.
Diabetes management and fasting safely during Ramadan To help avoid risks while maintaining compliance with religious practices, patient education is the cornerstone of managing diabetes during Ramadan.