Health system ‘unprepared’ for climate crisis Medical colleges, including the RACGP, representing more than 100,000 health professionals are pleading for urgent action on climate change.
Why responsible general practice tech disposal matters Dr Rob Hosking discusses how digital waste is not only a risk to the environment, but potentially patient privacy.
How regional practices are responding to the sector’s top challenges SPONSORED: Research suggests financial sustainability and workforce shortages are disproportionately impacting rural and remote clinics.
Court rejects ‘sick tax’ appeal, politicians urged to step in The NSW Court of Appeal has thrown out an attempt to overturn a controversial payroll tax ruling, but GPs are determined to ensure its likely impact on patients is understood.
Climate disasters having profound impact on mental health Half of the respondents to a new poll say their mental health has been detrimentally affected by an extreme weather event.
General practices unable to absorb payroll tax cost: Poll Clinics will be forced to either raise fees or shut their doors should GPs become subject to payroll tax, a newsGP poll suggests.
RACGP flags concerns around payroll tax ruling, pushes for exemptions A newly released public ruling from the Queensland Revenue Office may impact practice viability and patient out-of-pocket costs, the college has warned.
In Practice: Business sustainability strategies An upcoming webinar will aim to help GPs who or looking to boost their income or ensure their practice runs sustainably.
Your mixed billing questions answered Business sustainability has become a major issue for general practice, particularly following the Medicare freeze. Can mixed billing help?
Overwhelming response to Health of the Nation A growing undercurrent of stress and frustration appears to have been the driving force behind record participation in this year’s survey.