Patient out-of-pocket costs climb The tripling of bulk billing incentives ‘made a significant impact’ but patient costs have risen by almost 6% regardless, says the RACGP as it demands more funding.
Australia’s mental health crisis a ‘sad, sad situation’ For the eighth year in a row, mental health is in the top reasons for patients visiting a GP, according to the 2024 Health of the Nation report.
NSW and SA further expand pharmacy prescribing A contraceptive pill pilot has been made permanent in NSW, as SA announces significantly expanded prescribing options, and it has left GPs worried.
Brother-sister GP duo going into business They grew up together, followed the same career path, and now Jay and Emma Shoemaker have opened a medical centre together in Hobart.
Inspiring Tasmanian GP expands female-led clinic Dr Mary Lumsden longed for a workplace that worked for her, so she made one herself, and now her practice is going from strength to strength.
‘Overhaul My Health Record’: Health of the Nation preview One third of GPs have rarely or never used My Health Record, according to the first findings to be released from the new 2024 RACGP report.
GPs speak out amid walk-in centre concerns GPs say they are increasingly troubled about the fragmentation of care the nurse-led centres create and the model’s impact on patient safety.
Medical Board fees to increase The registration will increase more than any other next year, jumping to $1027, but AHPRA said it has ‘worked hard to find a balance’.
Subsidised RSV vaccines for SA infants The State Government will roll out the new program in winter next year, with subsidised vaccines for unprotected newborns and high-risk children.
ACT Labor commits to training and payroll tax relief The RACGP welcomes the party’s election vows, including expanding GPs’ role in ADHD diagnosis and bulk-billing incentives.