‘It devalues us’: Physician assistant roles raising concerns A new push to expand the use of PAs has triggered fears the role will expand in Australia, which the RACGP says is to the detriment of GPs.
First MyMedicare incentive ready to launch The new aged care incentive is just days away from going live, this is what you need to know to get your patients ready.
In Practice: Award nominations extended The RACGP has extended nomination deadlines for its 2024 state, national, rural, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health awards.
General practice at the heart of hypertension roadmap The plan aims to make good on the goal announced two years ago to more than double Australia’s blood pressure control rate.
‘A risky proposition’: pharmacy prescribing expands further GPs are growing increasingly worried for their patients, as pharmacy prescribing programs are taking hold in every corner of the country.
‘A big red flag’: Warning follows NHS failings The UK Government’s ‘scramble’ to save its health system is a key sign for Australia to invest in primary care, says the RACGP President.
In Practice: New domestic violence primary care resources Two new online modules will give GPs the practical skills to engage early with specific populations experiencing domestic and family violence.
New eLearning platform for veterans’ health A new veterans’ health online tool will provide CPD-accredited training to assist GPs in providing care for patients and their families.
GP numbers stagnate amid population boom General practice is bearing the brunt of the critical strain on healthcare workers, with GP growth lagging significantly behind its medical counterparts.
In Practice: Medicare compliance FAQs The new resource outlines the different types of compliance activities, with a specific focus on targeted letters.