‘My GP was a psychological anchor’: A patient’s long COVID story Struck down by debilitating long COVID, one patient shares her journey to recovery in a new podcast to support GPs with diagnosis and management.
Is measles making a comeback in Australia? With diagnoses returning to pre-pandemic levels, and one case transmitted in a waiting room, experts are warning the measles outbreak has significant implications for GPs.
‘Get up to speed’: GPs admit climate change knowledge gaps A survey found 80% of GPs are concerned about its health impacts, but say their practice is not doing enough to address the issue.
How do GPs navigate complex mental health across sectors? A webinar featuring ‘on-the-spot’ responses to hypothetical scenarios aims to help GPs identify and manage complex patient pathways.
Contraception and endometriosis treatments added to PBS ‘Good news all round’: GPs have welcomed new and amended PBS listings for Slinda, Ryeqo and Pergoveris, which will come into place over the next six weeks.
What does practice technology look like in 2025? ‘If you have ideas for our work plan, we would love to hear them’ says GP and practice technology and management expert Dr Rob Hosking.
Academic Post Program a ‘fantastic experience’ Applications open in May, allowing general practice registrars to combine research, medical education and critical thinking skills.
In Practice: RACGP Close the Gap Day event The theme, ‘Agency, Leadership, Reform’, highlights the role of leaders in improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
RACGP urges political parties to act on climate change With an election looming, the college says GPs at the frontline must be better supported to take action when natural disasters strike.
Date set for IMG English language test changes From 18 March, AHPRA changes will allow doctors from 30 countries to work in Australia without automatically having to complete the test.