In Practice: AJGP revamp to launch first edition of 2023 The AJGP cover design has undergone an update to enable easier navigation of what’s in each issue and referencing articles.
How social determinants of health apply to clinical practice The second key plenary session at GP22 looks at the determinants of population health and the value of social health tools.
When celebrities and influencers talk health: Part 2 Five doctors discuss the benefits and pitfalls of celebrity influence on health, including disclaimers, paid advertisements and remedies.
When celebrities and influencers talk health: Part 1 From Kylie Minogue to Shane Warne, celebrities can have an undeniable influence on public health messaging. In a two-part article, newsGP speaks to five doctors about the celeb effect.
GP parkrun crowd reinforces social prescribing momentum Dozens of GPs gathered in the one place for a parkrun − and to spread the word about social prescribing and its wellbeing benefits.
GP respiratory clinic reaches huge vaccination milestone Doctors and nurses at a Perth clinic have administered an extraordinary amount of doses since the COVID-19 vaccine rollout began.
Connecting GPs with community: RACGP–parkrun partnership The new parkrun practice initiative aims to promote social prescribing by strengthening links between practices and their community.
New Specific Interests social prescribing group Social prescribing is gaining momentum, and the RACGP is hoping to better support GPs in integrating the model into their practice.
RACGP calls for anti-vaxxer crackdown after GP receives death threats A Queensland GP has pulled out of the vaccine rollout for children aged under 12 amid safety concerns for himself and his colleagues.
New resources to make COVID vaccine booking easier In addition to streamlining online vaccine bookings, GPs can better understand the system with a new RACGP self-directed learning activity.