PBS change allows GPs to prescribe evolocumab The medication, which can help prevent cardiovascular events, was previously restricted to certain non-GP specialists.
Study weighs up impact of different drug dosages for men and women New research that has found women are not just ‘smaller versions of men’ could help to reduce adverse reactions to medication.
Queensland buries pharmacy pilot FOI requests for 256 days – and counting The government department has been accused of hiding information related to the north Queensland pharmacy prescribing pilot.
In Practice: EOI for general practice standards group The RACGP is encouraging members interested in the development of standards and associated resources to nominate for the expert committee.
Mixed response to state’s GP workforce solutions The RACGP has welcomed a $32 million package to support GPs in training but is dismayed at the prospect of another pharmacy prescribing trial.
GPs say politics and money behind NSW pharmacy prescribing push The controversial move was announced a week after a new report showed pharmacy profits have soared on the back of increased service delivery.
RACGP backs up-schedule for modified release paracetamol The college is also supporting a proposal for smaller pack sizes but does not favour restricting over-the-counter sales to adults only.
North Queensland doctors urged to keep airing concerns A united front is key to countering potential damage, says RACGP president-elect, who has closely tracked the pilot’s controversial evolution.
Controversial pharmacy prescribing pilot finalised The North Queensland program is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2023, with the college warning about risks to patient safety.
Another state flags pharmacy prescribing for UTI Despite longstanding opposition from doctor groups, NSW’s Health Minister has asked his department to investigate establishing a trial.