‘Dr Google’ wrong more often than not New research has found people who check their symptoms online only receive correct medical advice about a third of the time.
Duplicated or low-quality studies wasting research: Experts The world’s health researchers have moved rapidly to tackle the coronavirus pandemic – but with varying results, according to experts.
Workforce strategy and recruitment: RACGP position The college responds to proposed solutions to issues facing the current and future medical workforce.
Chief Medical Officer COVID-19 update: 21 March Professor Brendan Murphy provides GPs with the latest information on Australia’s response to COVID-19.
Guilt, reflection, amends, recovery: What happens after an error? When Dr Casey Parker made an error, it sent him into a downwards spiral. Here’s how he got out.
Why I want doctors to know the secret history of our medical women To mark International Women’s Day, Dr Magdalena Simonis brings the pioneers of the past to bear on the present.
RACGP records strong results in medical training survey But bullying, discrimination and harassment remain issues throughout medical training.
COAG Health Council announces new policy directions The directions are designed to provide clarity on what AHPRA and the National Boards must analyse when considering action against a practitioner.
Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission roadmap open for consultation The public has a chance to have its say on the future research direction and funding decisions of the Mission.
RACGP seeking GP views on controversial CPD changes President Dr Harry Nespolon has written to all members, asking them to consider providing feedback to the MBA’s proposed changes.