‘There must be a better way’: Dealing with complex patients Trying to manage these patients is stressful enough, but when the authorities get involved it can create a nightmare, writes Dr Hester Wilson.
Nicotine scheduling changes #2 Dr Jill Thistlethwaite talks with Adjunct Professor John Skerritt and Professor Nick Zwar on what GPs need to know about new prescribing process for nicotine vaping products coming into effect from 1 October.
Nicotine scheduling changes #1 NPS MedicineWise CEO Steve Morris talks with John Skerritt and Jenny Francis from the Health Products Regulation Group about upcoming scheduling changes to nicotine vaping products.
Hidden dangers lurk in many sports supplements Experts have warned of undeclared poisons in supplements, especially grey market products from overseas. Is tighter regulation the solution?
Surge in hardship provisions risks shortages during pandemic GPs using hardship provisions to help patients self-isolate with supplies of medication may need to use new alternatives, the DoH warns.
Changes to mandatory reporting obligations come into effect The threshold for reporting a concern about impairment, intoxication and practice outside of professional standards has been raised.
‘It’s just too easy’: Underage people able to buy alcohol online Online retailers have made it much easier to access alcohol – and researchers warn there are real dangers.
COAG Health Council announces new policy directions The directions are designed to provide clarity on what AHPRA and the National Boards must analyse when considering action against a practitioner.
AHPRA moves to douse mandatory reporting fears – but RACGP yet to be convinced Mandatory reporting thresholds are set to be raised, but concerns linger regarding the deterrent effect for mental illness.
Anti-vaxxer’s actions prompt TGA statement A recent incident saw an anti-vaccination advocate enter a general practice under false pretences to remove National Immunisation Program posters.