The GPs putting menopause in the spotlight The RACGP Women in General Practice Weekend brought together dozens of doctors to expand their knowledge of the once-taboo topic.
Homebirth models of care must be ‘safe and resourced’: RACGP The college has revealed its asks for proposed low-risk homebirth reform, including indemnity insurance for privately practising midwives.
Tackling health misinformation Dr Anna Mullins speaks with Dr Preeya Alexander, a GP based in Melbourne who utilises social media to debunk health myths and provide reliable health information to the public.
Preventable hospitalisations soar in GPs’ absence: AIHW Patients with limited GP access are hospitalised three times more than their city counterparts, and the RACGP warns this will only worsen without a funding shakeup.
New incentives encouraging GPs to explore Australia GP in training Dr Lena Rennick says moving was like ‘going on an adventure’ and is calling on others to make the most of new placement grants.
Tool developed to help GPs manage menopause The MenoPROMPT assessment program has been developed by a team of Australian experts to help GPs better manage menopause.
Clinic opens to fill ‘gender gap’ in cardiac care The uniquely female service focuses on making stress echo tests more accessible and comfortable, and GPs can now refer patients.
AHPRA CEO steps down After 15 years in the top job, Martin Fletcher will leave the agency in December, bringing about a ‘new era’ for the health watchdog.
In Practice: Claims for mental health care training GPs who complete Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training may be eligible to claim MBS item numbers as well as a $600 subsidy.
Youth mental health enters ‘dangerous phase’ A world-first study has found young people are in crisis, their mental health is worse than ever, and it will continue to deteriorate without urgent change.