Understanding the damage of stigma A lived experience ‘spokesperson’ is on a mission to break down the barriers preventing people from being open with healthcare providers about their drug use.
Telehealth helps overcome addiction stigma: Study Many patients feel more trust when speaking to GPs online, according to researchers now calling for doctors to diversify their consulting options.
Holistic patient care key for overweight and obesity New education for GPs supporting patients with overweight and obesity aligns with the latest Red Book recommendations.
More funding needed for 15m Aussies with chronic conditions The RACGP is again calling for higher Medicare rebates so all patients living with a chronic condition can afford proper healthcare.
Expand after-hours rebate window: RACGP The college has said patients should be able to access higher subsidies from 6 pm on weeknights and midday on Saturdays.
Fears ‘forgotten middle class’ may soon be unable to afford a GP Has the cost-of-living crisis left Australian middle class families and individuals among those struggling most to see their GP?
‘You don’t have to be sick to see a GP’ This Men’s Health Week, a GP with a special interest says normalising consistent health checks with a regular GP is key to improving outcomes.
Health sector has third highest inflation in Australia: ABS New figures show the 6.1% increase for the 12 months up to April was only exceeded by alcohol and tobacco, and insurance and financial services.
No funding for onsite GP at Parliament House The RACGP says it is disappointed by revelations funding for the Canberra service was not sought, saying ‘everyone deserves quality care’.
GPs’ huge opportunity to provide meaningful palliative care The way in which we care for the dying has a huge impact on the wellbeing of the person who we identify as the patient, writes Dr Louis Christie.