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GPs ‘essential’ to tackling complacency over influenza

GPs ‘essential’ to tackling complacency over influenza

New research has found more than a third of Australians underestimate risks of the flu – but nearly half want to discuss preventive options.


Medicare-funded care plans save lives after stroke: Study

Medicare-funded care plans save lives after stroke: Study

Evidence shows clear survival benefits of chronic disease management plans in primary care – but uptake needs improvement, researchers say.


GPs to discuss biggest issues facing general practice

GPs to discuss biggest issues facing general practice

A ‘hot topics’ panel at the Practice Owners Conference will cover what most concerns GPs at a time of profound change for the profession.


How severe is this year’s flu season likely to be?

How severe is this year’s flu season likely to be?

With National Immunisation Program vaccination supplies due to arrive soon, newsGP looks at the likely flu patterns ahead of winter.


In Practice: Practice Owners National Conference

In Practice: Practice Owners National Conference

Registrations are now open for the RACGP’s conference – where GP practice owners can connect and learn more about running their business.


Push for young children to get flu vaccine

Push for young children to get flu vaccine

The Chief Medical Officer has said vaccination of the youngest cohort is ‘a priority' ahead of this year's influenza season. 


Sporting codes should change to limit dementia risk: RACGP

Sporting codes should change to limit dementia risk: RACGP

The call was included in a submission for the National Dementia Action Plan, with traumatic head injuries a recognised risk factor for the disease.


Nearly 600 GPs to be sent Medicare compliance letters

Nearly 600 GPs to be sent Medicare compliance letters

The latest campaign relates to co-claiming of chronic disease management and practice nurse support services.


Strengthening Medicare report recommends funding longer consultations

Strengthening Medicare report recommends funding longer consultations

Greater investment to support multidisciplinary teams in general practice has also been proposed, but increased Medicare rebates are not mentioned.


Pushback against Premier’s nationwide pharmacy prescribing call

Pushback against Premier’s nationwide pharmacy prescribing call

Dominic Perrottet is set to raise the topic at National Cabinet, but the RACGP is urging leaders to prioritise patient safety ahead of pharmacy profits.


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