Patients under-reporting adverse drug reactions: Study Despite many Australians knowing they can report ADRs, notification rates are low, especially when using digital reporting tools.
Fresh fears for new expedited pathway readiness Just weeks away from the launch of AHPRA’s new fast-tracked IMG program, the RACGP says details of its systems, processes, and resources remain unclear.
New national shortage of PrEP part of ‘concerning’ trend GPs are being warned to plan ahead with their patients, as the TGA confirms a national shortage of the HIV prevention drug.
Canberra Independents commit to GP incentives A coalition of ACT politicians announced a plan to rollout $40,000 packages for GPs, and the RACGP is urging other parties to do the same.
GPs @ Parliament takes over Tasmania GPs hosted a pop-up clinic inside Parliament House, offering politicians a blood pressure check and a one-on-one chat about the need for change.
RACGP endorses ‘landmark’ safe deprescribing guide Limited guidance on safely stopping antidepressants is being addressed as new advice for Australian general practice gets the green light.
Concern for rural practices as IV fluid shortage bites The TGA is working to find suitable alternatives, with the unprecedented shortage expected to last at least until the end of the year.
Antipsychotic use in aged care ‘not ideal’ New data shows antipsychotic prescriptions significantly outweigh diagnoses, a situation unlikely to change without greater staffing support.
Antibiotic shortages disproportionately affecting Indigenous patients The national shortages, which include vital treatments for rheumatic heart disease, have left some organisations scrambling for supplies.
What do GPs need to know about ‘walking’ pneumonia? With a current ‘soup’ of respiratory infections coupled with antibiotic shortages, an epidemiologist outlines basic advice for GPs.