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GPs to receive cash incentives to vaccinate aged care and disability workers The RACGP has welcomed the plan for GPs to collect $1000 once they vaccinate 50 workers, and $20 per worker thereafter.
Can self-collection help overcome cervical screening barriers? Associate Professor Julia Brotherton says it has the potential, but must first become widely accessible and well understood in the Australian setting.
Time running out to apply for the Practice Experience Program Doctors not yet registered as specialist GPs can once again apply for the college’s support program as they work towards Fellowship.
Close the Gap PBS Co-payment changes a ‘positive step forward’ The RACGP has welcomed changes that aim to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ access to subsidised medicines.
The key to unlocking the true value of your general practice Maximising the practice and workforce incentive programs can significantly improve profitability.
RACGP training model fast-tracked for Tasmania It is hoped the move will help address a ‘dire’ shortage of GPs across the state, where there are currently some 50-plus vacancies.
NT tour first step in addressing workforce shortage The RACGP will continue to take a more ‘hands on’ approach to longstanding workforce issues, writes Rural Chair Dr Michael Clements.
Bringing training back to the RACGP will be transformative The move will improve outcomes and encourage more medical students to become GPs, writes President Dr Karen Price.
RACGP President issues call to arms with GPs needed on the frontline Applications for the 2022 AGPT Program are now open and Dr Karen Price has urged medical students to apply.