More hospital beds and nurses in Tasmanian budget, but little for preventive health Royal Hobart and Launceston General hospitals will benefit from the expansion.
Rapid uptake of PrEP linked to declining condom use Experts have told newsGP the findings from a new study should not make GPs reluctant to prescribe the HIV-prevention medication.
The RACGP’s Green Book: Putting prevention into practice The new third edition of the RACGP’s Putting prevention into practice: Guidelines for the implementation of prevention in the general practice setting is now available, providing GPs and practice teams with a framework for implementing preventive medicine.
New research hub to focus on preventive activities for anxiety and depression Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt today launched what is described as ‘Australia’s first and largest integrated research initiative into the prevention of anxiety and depression’.
Why is it so hard to wean healthcare off the fax machine? A coronial report has recommended urgently phasing out use of the fax machine for communicating medical test results. But how close is the healthcare profession to eliminating this dated technology?
Diabetes and oral health: What care providers need to know Oral health is an often overlooked, but very important, aspect of diabetes healthcare.
WA Budget: Seemingly little for GPs – but plenty for hospitals Western Australia’s state budget has money for hospitals, but very little that will affect GPs.
The latest trick to attract GPs to work in the country? Music videos A small town in rural Victoria hit the headlines this week by putting out a music video in a bid to attract new GPs.
RACGP to provide GPs with My Health Record education ahead of expected expansion The RACGP and the Australian Digital Health Agency will work together to help raise awareness and support for GPs and their patients to effectively use the My Health Record.
Tools for helping patients make better lifestyle choices People are creatures of habit, and GPs have a key role to play helping patients tackle their harmful behaviours.