Should suspected coronavirus patients present to general practice? Health authorities have advised potential carriers of the virus to see their local doctor, but some GPs have concerns.
Updated coronavirus information for GPs GPs and other health professionals have been given advice to help identify any cases of the virus and apply infection control measures to prevent its spread.
‘I am substantially more concerned than I was a week ago’: Growing fears of spreading coronavirus With more than 300 reported cases, authorities have confirmed the virus can be transmitted between humans – and may already be in Australia.
Novel coronavirus: What GPs need to know A new virus from the same family as SARS and MERS has emerged in China, with further cases confirmed in Japan and Thailand.
New resources to inform Australians how to best manage bushfire smoke An expert in air quality has released a set of factsheets in an effort to provide evidence-based advice.
Should tennis players be taking the court in Melbourne? Athletes ‘forced’ to compete in Australian Open qualifiers have complained of dry throats, asthma symptoms and even panic attacks related to the city’s smoke haze.
‘Our society has a drinking problem’: One GP mourns lockout laws While many Sydneysiders celebrate the repeal of laws restricting alcohol consumption in the city, Dr Chris Davis sees it as a step backwards.
MBS boost for patients affected by bushfires Several Medicare Benefits Schedule item numbers will be expanded as part of a $76 million investment in bushfire mental health support.
Governments offer additional bushfire supports NSW, SA, ACT and Victorian governments have this week all declared initiatives designed to help people during and after the disasters.
Government to help GPs reach the frontline New emergency protocols will make it easier for GPs to work in bushfire-affected communities.