RACGP calls for ‘more action’ following reproductive healthcare report President Dr Nicole Higgins says the Government needs to act now to end Australia’s ‘postcode lottery’.
What is the impact of bringing birth forward? New Australian research into elective induction of labour at 39 weeks gestation has revealed good news for mothers and their health outcomes.
Stop the use of named hospital referrals: RACGP The proposal is among a suite of reforms put forward by the college in its submission to a review of the National Health Reform Agreement.
Optimism high at Practice Owners National Conference Positivity dominated this year’s event as delegates sought to find solutions for a number of challenges on the horizon.
No progress on lowering preterm birth rate in past decade: WHO More than 150 million babies were born early between 2010–20, a new report highlighting the global ‘silent emergency’ shows.
AHPRA naming laws in place despite ongoing reservations Critics say the new powers deny practitioners natural justice, while a clause protecting regulators against legal action has been labelled ‘indefensible’.
‘No minimum numbers’: GPs urged to use RACF flag-fall fee Take-up of recommended COVID-19 boosters in aged care is low, but officials hope a raised fee for in-reach visits will make a difference.
‘Alarming’ shortfall in aged care COVID vaccination GPs are being urged to help increase rates ahead of winter, with around three quarters of eligible residents yet to receive a booster.
Shingrix to replace Zostavax on the National Immunisation Program The news has been welcomed by the Immunisation Coalition, but there are also concerns about eligibility restrictions.
Project aims to deliver ‘new digital health workforce’ A new model will engage GPs, nurses and allied health via virtual care for chronic disease patients to help ease pressures off the hospital system.