Cervical screening stalls, height data rises: PIP QI data An updated snapshot of general practices has illustrated the shifts in 10 key quality improvement measures – but how useful is it?
Rewards program tied to bulk billing triggers patient data concern A major medical chain is asking patients to choose between subsidised healthcare and privacy, a Choice investigation has alleged.
Vitamin D deficiency: To test or not to test What should GPs say to patients who request vitamin D tests that are not clinically indicated?
‘A powerful tool’: Practices urged to take part in patient study The survey is designed to help practices understand and compare the management of patients with chronic conditions, both at home and abroad.
GP aged care standards launched for the first time New college standards set out ‘minimum requirements’ to provide high-quality care in residential aged care homes.
‘A very challenging space’: Opioid deprescribing guide released Work for guidelines was led by researchers at the University of Sydney and includes 11 recommendations with general practice in mind.
Why health data hacks keep happening A cancer centre is Australia’s latest cyber attack victim, with a criminal gang hoping to extort more than $100,000.
Long COVID education should be part of CPD: Report The Government has committed to a national plan and more funds, while the RACGP’s Professor Mark Morgan says more immediate help is needed.
The power of data: Live from GP22 In this special live episode, GP and founder of Doctors Control Panel, Dr Anton Knieriemen, and Cubiko CEO Chris Smeed discuss the value of data and how GPs can harness it effectively to improve patient care.
GPs have ‘unique perspectives and voices that need to be heard’ RACGP Quality Care Chair Professor Mark Morgan explains how members play a role in advocacy through representation.