GPs advocate for change at Scope of Practice roadshow GPs have left a lasting impression on decisionmakers, as those responsible for the reforms embark on a nationwide tour to hear directly from medical professionals.
Doctors welcome vehicle emissions proposal The move to bring in tighter fuel efficiency standards will be good for people’s health, according to Doctors for the Environment Australia.
In Practice: Self-care for GPs An upcoming webinar will discuss self-care strategies and explore the evidence-based benefits and nuances of mindfulness.
Payroll tax risks future of hundreds of clinics: HotDoc survey Data from the appointment booking platform also suggest the rate of permanent general practice closures is accelerating significantly.
In Practice: Reflective writing for clinician wellbeing The Doctors for Women in Rural Medicine Committee is hosting a new workshop aimed at overcoming isolation and reducing burnout.
RACGP President outlines vision for Australian healthcare On Medicare’s 40th birthday and in front of the nation’s top decisionmakers, Dr Nicole Higgins said GPs must be better acknowledged and resourced for their critical work.
RACGP welcomes ‘bold’ first look at Scope of Practice reforms An initial review of Australia’s health workforce has laid bare the need for a funding shake-up and better coordination between specialties.
In Practice: Defect alert for insulin brands The TGA has issued an urgent product defect alert for glass cartridge insulin products on behalf of the manufacturer, Novo Nordisk.
Queensland receives rural workforce boost More than 100 new rural registrars are expected to help with GP shortages across the state under specialised training.
Consider incentives for four-year-old health checks: RACGP The college has outlined how potential improvements to the practice incentives program could boost patient outcomes.