Online marking issue means upcoming KFP will be paper based The problem was identified during ongoing testing of KFP marking in the lead up to the exam, but the AKT will still be computer based.
How COVID-19 will be managed in 2023 ‘COVID exceptionalism’ and bespoke arrangements will be a thing of the past, according to a new Government plan.
Combined flu and COVID-19 tests approved Two separate nasal tests capable of detecting both COVID-19 and influenza have been approved by Australia’s medicines regulator.
RACGP releases latest AKT exam report The 2022.2 report marks the first Applied Knowledge Test delivered via the college’s new online exam platform.
‘Nonsensical’ to stop GPs approving access to glucose monitors The decision to block GPs from certifying patient access to the devices ‘needs to be reviewed and rectified,’ the RACGP president says.
Member contribution helps RACGP achieve exam success The return to online venue based AKT exams went ahead successfully, with organisers thanking those who helped troubleshoot the new system.
Call to expand access to self-test HIV kits Recent research shows the tests are accurate and easy to use, but availability is an ongoing issue.
Diagnosis delays lead to PCR test push Vulnerable patients with symptoms should get the more sensitive test to allow treatment to be fast-tracked, says deputy CMO.
Diabetes risk could be 28% higher after COVID infection A study has noted increased type 2 diabetes incidence in people recovering from COVID, signalling the need for ongoing monitoring.
‘Clearly not practical’: Practices overwhelmed following PM’s direction to call GPs Scott Morrison has directed people with a positive rapid antigen test result to contact their general practice – but GPs say no suitable system has been established.