Major parties criticised over lack of action on aged care Labor’s policy has drawn cautious praise but is said to lack detail, while the Coalition has yet to reveal its plan.
‘Who will care for all Australians?’ Major parties pushed to show their hands ahead of election The RACGP has challenged both sides of politics to reveal their primary healthcare policies, placing full-page ads in multiple major newspapers.
Doctors call for action on climate change ahead of election GPs are being urged to show their support for action on climate change by backing a child-focused campaign.
RACGP welcomes Greens’ commitment to preventive care The RACGP has commended the pledge to ‘put prevention at the heart of health’.
Lines drawn for election healthcare battle Labor has accused the Federal Government of ‘giving up’ on healthcare funding following the launch of the Coalition’s long-term national health plan.
The year so far in general practice Locally, nationally, clinically, professionally, the beginning of 2019 has been a busy time for general practice. We look at the most popular newsGP articles from the first part of the year.
Lifting of Medicare freeze only the start: RACGP While important, thawing the freeze does little to repair damage caused by long-term devaluing of GP services, according to the RACGP President.
Put patients first: RACGP Dr Harry Nespolon launched the RACGP’s election campaign, demanding politicians take patient health seriously and ensure access to quality care.
Experts welcome vow to combat smoking and lung cancer rates The Federal Opposition has pledged $40 million towards smoking cessation and the fight against lung cancer.
Queensland updates medicinal cannabis laws The State Government has passed new legislation designed to streamline access for ‘seriously ill’ patients.