‘Extraordinary’ for Australia: Murtagh translated to Mandarin The translated ‘bible’ is set to strengthen Australian general practice’s international standing and improve collaboration.
‘Strong concerns’: ACCC queries pathology merger bid The regulator has said a proposed takeover of Healius by ACL, a move opposed by the RACGP, could have an adverse effect on patients.
In Practice: Last chance for RACGP Awards Nominations for the rural and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health categories remain open until 30 July.
More respect needed for ‘Craft of Generalism’: GP A prominent general practice academic says there is an urgent need to clarify the value and expertise of generalist approaches in healthcare.
Plea for change amid rising life expectancies GPs are calling for a shift in the way elderly patients are cared for, as new data sheds light on our ageing population.
Medical receptionists bear brunt of patient aggression: Study New research has found general practice admin staff are frequently subjected to verbal abuse, as well as physical violence, causing lasting harm.
RACGP award ‘a tipping point’: Reflections of a GP trailblazer Dr Sarah-Jane Springer looks back on how a 2009 RACGP award influenced her mindset and fuelled a determination to make a difference.
Australian Prescriber makes its comeback The publication, which had an uncertain future following funding cuts to its previous publisher NPS MedicineWise, is going out to readers once again.
‘A very challenging space’: Opioid deprescribing guide released Work for guidelines was led by researchers at the University of Sydney and includes 11 recommendations with general practice in mind.
Rural clinic celebrates quarter century of community service Times have changed in the past 25 years, but this award-winning general practice’s close connection with the people it serves has remained.