General practice wait times ‘longer than acceptable’ for almost one in five Australians While most people rate their health and GP experiences positively, accessibility continues to vary depending on where they live, according to a new report.
Drop in general practice funding sends ‘wrong message’ Australia has experienced modest growth in health expenditure, but Federal Government spending on unreferred medical services has declined.
Most patients have positive GP experiences: AIHW The majority of survey respondents said their GP listened carefully, spent enough time with them and showed respect for what they had to say.
Close to 50% increase in end-of-life care hospitalisations The growth and ageing of Australia’s population combined with more chronic and incurable illnesses has left more patients in palliative care.
COVID cuts more from Australians’ life than leading causes of death A new AIHW report highlights the fact older people and the critically ill are not the only ones at risk.
One in four patients did not see a GP when they needed: AIHW Patients in remote areas, as well as those with higher health needs, were most likely not to see a doctor when they felt it was required.
Nine in 10 Australians report positive GP experiences Most people rate their healthcare experience positively – but that experience can vary depending on where they live, according to the AIHW.
Varied wellbeing outcomes for the nation’s kids Overall, children are happy, healthy, safe, and have someone to talk to – but that picture can change according to individual circumstances.
Emergency department presentations increase But millions of non-urgent and semi-urgent issues could be handled in general practice, according to the RACGP.
Report reveals veterans’ suicide risk Ex-servicemen have the highest suicide rates, and ex-servicewomen are more than twice as likely to take their own life as women who have never served.