Avoidable presentations clog EDs as general practice waits for funding Close to three million emergency presentations last financial year were ‘avoidable’, a Productivity Commission report has stated.
Future GP workforce: Strategies to get ahead of the crisis curve Examining a recent discussion warning that supply is set to worsen due to recruitment failures and the impacts of casualisation.
Federal Government announces massive funding boost for mental health A record $1.45 billion and a change in the funding model gives PHNs greater control in provision of services tailored to community needs.
New funding for medicines discovery centre The Federal Government has pledged $25 million to ‘turn scientific discoveries into new medicines faster’.
Funding to boost instant testing and treatment for syphilis outbreak An ongoing infectious syphilis outbreak has prompted the Federal Government to more than double its funding to combat the issue.
Federal Government commits $110.7m funding towards treatment of eating disorders Patients will be able to access up to 60 appointments with psychologists and dietitians.
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.
Federal Government pledges $100m to support patients with type 1 diabetes Patients with type 1 diabetes will receive more options for continuous glucose monitoring and free access to such devices following the Government’s funding pledge.
New funding for drug and alcohol treatment in SA South Australian drug and alcohol treatment services are set to receive $20 million in funding from the Federal Government.
New funding to increase mental health support for veterans The Federal Government has announced it will commit $100,000 for a veteran mental health outreach pilot project.