GP spearheads indefinite energy drink ban for kids A regional WA GP is at the centre of a campaign to ban the sale of energy drinks to young people, with her hometown leading the way.
RACGP tours WA to discuss doctor shortage Boosting access to remote medical treatment was the top priority of an RACGP leaders tour of Western Australia.
Global diabetes cases to reach 1.3 billion by 2050: Study There are countries where as many as one in five people could be living with diabetes if current trends continue.
‘Strong concerns’: ACCC queries pathology merger bid The regulator has said a proposed takeover of Healius by ACL, a move opposed by the RACGP, could have an adverse effect on patients.
No change to payroll approach: WA Government The RACGP WA Chair has been told that most GPs are still considered as ‘contractors running an independent business’.
In Practice: Last chance for RACGP Awards Nominations for the rural and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health categories remain open until 30 July.
‘Primordial prevention’ key to cutting RHD deaths: Coroner A report has been released into the deaths of three Aboriginal women, whose treatment was the focus of a Four Corners program last year.
More respect needed for ‘Craft of Generalism’: GP A prominent general practice academic says there is an urgent need to clarify the value and expertise of generalist approaches in healthcare.
RACGP backs Voice to Parliament The constitutional change would help drive changes to improve outcomes for Indigenous people and address health system inequity, the college says.
Plea for change amid rising life expectancies GPs are calling for a shift in the way elderly patients are cared for, as new data sheds light on our ageing population.