Federal Budget breakdown: What GPs need to know This year’s Federal Budget is targeted at addressing the increasing cost of living for many Australians post-COVID-19 – and preparing the political landscape for the upcoming election.
Budget fallout: RACGP disappointment over 10-year plan Despite previous Government assurances, vital components of the Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan remain unfunded, President Dr Karen Price has said.
New risk assessment tool for mild COVID patients The matrix is designed to give GPs an indication of the risks patients have of developing more severe disease.
GPs overlooked in draft plan to end family violence The RACGP has criticised the omission, pointing out that survivor-victims seek help from GPs more than any other professional group.
At-risk COVID patients in WA directed to GPs for antiviral access The WA Department of Health has changed the mechanism for prescribing antiviral treatments through its COVID Care at Home program.
Progress on stillbirth prevention and support in general practice The RACGP has welcomed development of a new stillbirth clinical standard, which is expected to provide ‘fit-for-purpose’ guidance for GPs.
‘Direct advocacy’ sees accreditation extended for flood-affected Accredited general practices that are up for review will be eligible to receive an extension of up to 12 months, allowing them to focus on rebuilding.
Government responds to RACGP calls, expedites emergency provider numbers The move will ensure GPs can continue to practise and provide care for people in disaster-affected areas.
GP resignations leave PHN without general practice voice The moves come in the wake of controversy surrounding the proposed North Queensland pharmacy prescribing pilot.
Scrapping GP mental health plans a path to fragmented care, GPs say Dr Cathy Andronis says psychological presentations need a holistic approach and that properly funding mental health care consultations would be much more effective than widescale reform.