‘Visionary’ review suggests quicker approval of new medicines New subsidised medication approvals would be streamlined and access made easier for vulnerable populations, under a new health technology plan.
Further expansion of NIP shingles vaccines GPs can now offer their immunocompromised patients over 18 years old a subsidised shingles vaccine, but the expansion has raised questions about supply.
Patients under-reporting adverse drug reactions: Study Despite many Australians knowing they can report ADRs, notification rates are low, especially when using digital reporting tools.
In Practice: Consultation on registration and accreditation scheme The RACGP is seeking member feedback on the processes underpinning complaints or notifications about registered health practitioners.
New national shortage of PrEP part of ‘concerning’ trend GPs are being warned to plan ahead with their patients, as the TGA confirms a national shortage of the HIV prevention drug.
Sweeping NDIS changes on the way The RACGP welcomed the bill passing through the Parliament but stressed that its new assessment process has not been finalised.
Government reveals disability royal commission response Healthcare changes are on the way after 130 recommendations were accepted in principle, but the future of several key asks remains unclear.
RACGP endorses ‘landmark’ safe deprescribing guide Limited guidance on safely stopping antidepressants is being addressed as new advice for Australian general practice gets the green light.
Concern for rural practices as IV fluid shortage bites The TGA is working to find suitable alternatives, with the unprecedented shortage expected to last at least until the end of the year.
Malnutrition rife in aged care: Study Forty per cent of people living in residential care are malnourished, 6% severely, according to the largest study of its kind ever carried out.