Steady rise in long hospital stays reflects ‘struggling system’ An increase in Victorian patients staying in EDs longer than 24 hours is placing ‘concerning’ pressure on the healthcare system.
What does the global health emergency mean for GPs? The combination of more than 125 confirmed coronavirus cases in 22 countries and human-to-human transmission outside of China prompted the WHO to make the declaration.
Renewed calls to overhaul hospital funding NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard says patients present at hospitals with minor conditions in part because not all GP visits are covered by Medicare.
Should tennis players be taking the court in Melbourne? Athletes ‘forced’ to compete in Australian Open qualifiers have complained of dry throats, asthma symptoms and even panic attacks related to the city’s smoke haze.
MBS boost for patients affected by bushfires Several Medicare Benefits Schedule item numbers will be expanded as part of a $76 million investment in bushfire mental health support.
One year on: After the Townsville floods Dr Michael Clements reflects on the GP’s role in responding to a major natural disaster.
Government to help GPs reach the frontline New emergency protocols will make it easier for GPs to work in bushfire-affected communities.
Now and into the future: RACGP bushfire response President Dr Harry Nespolon provides an update on college efforts to assist on the ground and prepare for the long-term fallout of what is an unprecedented disaster.
GPs on the firefront ‘ignored’ by authorities Amidst the trauma, GPs have been forced to improvise ad hoc solutions to provide basic care for patients in need.