Mobile medical clinic opens in Melbourne The GP-led clinic aims to ease the health burden to the homeless community by providing safe and free access to primary care.
GPs alongside oncologists key for melanoma outcomes The latest AJGP shines a light on new drugs, and GPs’ central role in collaborating with oncologists as part of multidisciplinary teams.
Concern after panel declares PIP and WIP ‘not actually essential’ That is according to the latest consultation from a panel tasked with assessing the future of GP incentives, and it is ringing alarm bells for the RACGP.
Next ACRRM President revealed Rural Generalist Dr Rod Martin will take over the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine’s top job in October.
GP advocates an ‘effective tool for change’ GPs from all walks of life are encouraged to join the RACGP’s Advocate Network, aimed at leading positive change for general practice.
RACGP questions chronic disease funding ‘vacuum of information’ The Commonwealth has dropped new details about the revised MBS framework, but a persistent lack of funding details has GPs concerned.
Female doctor suicide risk 76% higher than general population Research revealed physician suicides are down overall but female doctors are still dying at a much higher rate, leading to calls for greater support.
Homebirth models of care must be ‘safe and resourced’: RACGP The college has revealed its asks for proposed low-risk homebirth reform, including indemnity insurance for privately practising midwives.
Tangibly tackling the cost-of-living crunch in healthcare A panel of experts says Australia must ‘pump the tyres’ of general practice, with patients forced to skip appointments due to cost.
Aged Care Royal Commission progress ‘disappointing’ A report says not enough has changed to improve residents’ chances of having their healthcare needs met.