Health response to climate change heats up A new national health and climate strategy is now out for feedback. What role is likely for general practice?
Climate disasters having profound impact on mental health Half of the respondents to a new poll say their mental health has been detrimentally affected by an extreme weather event.
The overlooked health hazard lurking in many homes Indoor air pollution from gas cooking stoves is bad, particularly for children. Dr Ben Ewald discusses how GPs can help patients reduce the risks.
Medical groups warn of climate strain on health Increasing exposure to extreme conditions and the reduced capacity to respond are jeopardising Australians’ health, a new report has found.
New MP makes plea for more GPs Former Northern Beaches GP Dr Sophie Scamps also called for a Medicare rebate rise and recognition of climate change as a health emergency.
Take action: How practices can reduce their environmental impact A new RACGP resource serves as a ‘timely reminder to take collective responsibility for the climate health emergency’.
College presidents unite in call for clean energy The leaders of five medical colleges, including the RACGP, have warned about the devastating health impacts of burning fossil fuels.
Why did Sydney’s COVID case numbers fall faster than Melbourne’s? According to experts, structural factors including climate and the connectedness of populations may offer clues.
In Practice: Ideas for RACGP Convocation Members are invited to vote for the idea they would most like to see presented at this year’s RACGP Convocation.
In Practice: Shaping future initiatives Members once again have the chance to communicate directly with the RACGP Board, while new webinars provide the opportunity to upskill.