Home abortion follow-up test safe: Study Rural women could benefit most from the launch of an at-home test that can replace face-to-face follow-up consults with healthcare professionals.
‘Lack of transparency a key theme’: Section 92 report A review that focused on the process for agreements between health professionals and the PSR includes 14 recommendations for change.
Call to get ‘ducks in a row’ for MS-2 Step changes With medical abortion prescribing set to expand significantly next month, there are evolving concerns when it comes to ensuring patient safety.
In Practice: Last chance for RACGP Awards Nominations for the rural and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health categories remain open until 30 July.
‘No objection’ to PSR improvement bill: RACGP The college will not oppose legislation prompted by the Medicare compliance review, but still wants to be consulted on panel appointments.
MS-2 Step access set to expand Medical abortions will become easier to access under landmark regulation changes due to come into effect on 1 August.
GPs key for equitable access to glucose monitors: RACGP An ongoing NDSS review has sparked renewed calls to allow GPs to certify patients with diabetes for access to subsidised continuous glucose monitors.
In Practice: Updated PSR Guide The new guide outlines what doctors referred to the Professional Services Review can expect at each stage of the proces.
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’.
RACGP raises questions over impending PSR changes A representative says the college supports greater transparency and fairness around compliance, but notes the approach must be balanced.