New GP-led allied health treatment for veterans and their families Australia’s veterans will have access to a new allied health treatment cycle from July 2019.
Government announces almost $100 million in new funding for GP aged care visits The funding is part of a $512 million commitment to primary healthcare within this week’s Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook 2018–19.
RACGP co-signs open letter to PM over aged care staffing levels The RACGP and other peak medical bodies are urgently calling for minimum staffing levels in aged care.
New advice on multiple prescribing and complementary medicines A collaboration between Choosing Wisely and the PSA has produced recommendations that provide increased clarity around best prescribing practices.
The defining moments of general practice in 2018: Part 1 As the end of another year approaches, we should consider the progress and success our profession has experienced over the past 12 months.
Reschedule, reprioritise, recharge and review GP and author Dr Leanne Rowe discusses her four-step approach to managing stress over the festive season.
Which way forward for GP shared maternity care? Dr Wendy Burton is raising the alarm over threats to shared antenatal care.
GP mental health consultations continuing to rise The latest Mental health services in Australia report highlights the most common mental health problems seen in general practice.
How can GPs best approach patients dependent on opioids? Showing empathy is vital for all patients with opioid dependence – even if they are seeking drugs.