Celebrating GPs’ contribution: World Family Doctor Day The RACGP President thanks Australia’s GPs for ‘keeping the engine running’ of our ‘world-class’ health system.
Childhood maltreatment linked to 40% of mental health conditions Researchers say Australia is in need of a ‘wakeup call’, after a new study revealed the psychological toll child abuse is having across the country.
How GPs can break down barriers for rural abuse victims A new study is shining a light on sexual violence and high revictimisation rates outside cities, with GPs key to providing subtle and gentle care.
In Practice: Digital health Q&A The RACGP is hosting a forum for GPs to learn more about digital health tools, electronic prescribing, My Health Record, and sharing patient data.
In Practice: Practical pain management A new webinar will present practical ideas GPs can implement with patients experiencing chronic pain.
In Practice: Rural workforce incentives An upcoming webinar will answer questions about Rural Advanced Skills WIP payments, including eligibility requirements and how to apply.
In Practice: Long COVID support for GPs The RACGP is hosting a CPD-approved session to keep GPs up to date with effective diagnosis and management for often complex long COVID conditions.
In Practice: Celebrate International Women’s Day Be part of the conversation surrounding equal opportunities for women at one of the RACGP events being hosted in all capital cities and online.
As the temperature rises, so do rates of domestic violence Domestic, non-domestic and sexual violence will likely rise as temperatures increase, according to Macquarie University researchers.
In Practice: Demystifying Medicare The RACGP has prepared responses to a broad range of questions around the MBS, which members can access via the college website.