New resources to inform Australians how to best manage bushfire smoke An expert in air quality has released a set of factsheets in an effort to provide evidence-based advice.
Coping with horror: The long game of recovery Once the devastating firefronts are gone, GPs will be called on to help their patients and communities deal with the ongoing trauma.
‘Hazardous’ Melbourne air considered worst in the world Lingering bushfire smoke has blanketed the city and prompted public health warnings.
MBS boost for patients affected by bushfires Several Medicare Benefits Schedule item numbers will be expanded as part of a $76 million investment in bushfire mental health support.
One year on: After the Townsville floods Dr Michael Clements reflects on the GP’s role in responding to a major natural disaster.
Governments offer additional bushfire supports NSW, SA, ACT and Victorian governments have this week all declared initiatives designed to help people during and after the disasters.
Paper cups for spacers, oxygen from dive shops: How Merimbula’s GPs cared for evacuees GPs, nurses and pharmacists worked together to pool scarce resources and provide care as the holiday town was threatened by fire.
Government to help GPs reach the frontline New emergency protocols will make it easier for GPs to work in bushfire-affected communities.
GPs on the firefront ‘ignored’ by authorities Amidst the trauma, GPs have been forced to improvise ad hoc solutions to provide basic care for patients in need.
Worsening air quality likely to result in more GP presentations RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon has told people to consult their GPs if they experience non-life-threatening problems from the smoke.