What is needed to get Australians vaccinated by December? Completing the vaccination program in 2021 is plausible, but GPs say additional funding and delivering mRNA vaccines will be crucial to utilising general practice’s ‘untapped capacity’.
Budget breakdown: What can GPs expect? This year’s Federal Budget is heavily focused on post-pandemic recovery, as well as addressing gaps identified in aged care and mental health.
RACGP welcomes $1.8b in primary care funding But President Dr Karen Price has said more support is needed to maintain and improve quality GP patient services.
Funding for extended mental health consults on RACGP budget wish list The college has called for an unrestricted MBS item number to allow patients to spend more than 40 minutes with their GP.
What does the latest MYEFO mean for general practice? From incentive funds to aged care and COVID-19 – a summary of the 2020–21 Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook.
How does the unprecedented 2020–21 Federal Budget affect GPs? From mental health to COVID vaccine readiness, this year’s budget includes a number of measures that will impact general practice.
Federal Budget: RACGP says GPs need more help managing Australia’s health crises Properly funded general practice will be vital in helping keep patients – and the country – healthy, RACGP Acting President Associate Professor Ayman Shenouda said.
Public health system needs better and more targeted funding to be truly world-class: RACGP The college has outlined its funding priorities in a new position statement ahead of this week’s Federal Budget announcement.
RACGP urges Federal Government to invest in primary care Support is especially vital given the likely long-term impact of COVID-19, the college said in its updated pre-budget submission.
Government to help GPs reach the frontline New emergency protocols will make it easier for GPs to work in bushfire-affected communities.