Preventable hospitalisations soar in GPs’ absence: AIHW Patients with limited GP access are hospitalised three times more than their city counterparts, and the RACGP warns this will only worsen without a funding shakeup.
New incentives encouraging GPs to explore Australia GP in training Dr Lena Rennick says moving was like ‘going on an adventure’ and is calling on others to make the most of new placement grants.
Tool developed to help GPs manage menopause The MenoPROMPT assessment program has been developed by a team of Australian experts to help GPs better manage menopause.
Clinic opens to fill ‘gender gap’ in cardiac care The uniquely female service focuses on making stress echo tests more accessible and comfortable, and GPs can now refer patients.
Tangibly tackling the cost-of-living crunch in healthcare A panel of experts says Australia must ‘pump the tyres’ of general practice, with patients forced to skip appointments due to cost.
AHPRA CEO steps down After 15 years in the top job, Martin Fletcher will leave the agency in December, bringing about a ‘new era’ for the health watchdog.
In Practice: Claims for mental health care training GPs who complete Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training may be eligible to claim MBS item numbers as well as a $600 subsidy.
Youth mental health enters ‘dangerous phase’ A world-first study has found young people are in crisis, their mental health is worse than ever, and it will continue to deteriorate without urgent change.
Aged Care Royal Commission progress ‘disappointing’ A report says not enough has changed to improve residents’ chances of having their healthcare needs met.
Scope of practice: Exactly how the RACGP is advocating for you GP funding models are outdated and no longer fit for purpose, and this must change, writes RACGP President Dr Nicole Higgins.