In Practice: Ideas for RACGP Convocation Members are invited to vote for the idea they would most like to see presented at this year’s RACGP Convocation.
In Practice: Shaping future initiatives Members once again have the chance to communicate directly with the RACGP Board, while new webinars provide the opportunity to upskill.
Medical colleges urge Prime Minister to act on climate emergency Doctors have warned Australia must significantly increase its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions to protect health and save lives.
In Practice: Curated news for RACGP members Every week, newsGP will highlight clinical and professional resources and events that have been specifically tailored for GPs.
‘There’s no more time to waste’: IPCC report GP Dr Jessica Kneebone says it is time for governments to take action, warning that people’s health is at risk.
Will winter impact the severity of COVID outbreaks? In Australia and other parts of the world, a drop in temperatures has often been met with an increase in cases. But according to a virologist, human behaviour has a lot to answer for.
‘Great inclusion’ of GPs urged by bushfire royal commission Experts welcome the commission’s recommendations, but say they must be implemented urgently as Australia heads into another bushfire season.
‘There won’t be a vaccine’: Calls to address climate change Peak health bodies have urged Government to take direction from science and protect the health of Australians.
RACGP offers mental health training for rural GPs The online psychological training programs will help GPs support patients affected by natural disasters and COVID-19.
COVID-19, healthy habits and emotional wellbeing Lifestyle changes during the pandemic and their association with mental health have come into focus with two recent studies.