Report the ‘first step’ towards nationwide primary care data asset The massive data collection program should improve patient outcomes while potentially raising the profile and political leverage of general practice.
Australia’s digital health players to present at RACGP eHealth forum Digital health records, informatics, privacy and security. There is much to discuss in the eHealth space.
ACCC takes HealthEngine to Federal Court over misleading and deceptive conduct The online booking platform used by more than 1800 GP clinics has been accused of manipulating reviews and sharing patient data.
No, it’s not OK for the government to use your prescription details to recruit you for a study Legal experts weigh in on the research ethics issue sparking debate this week.
Could patient ‘selfies’ improve clinical care? Research has found people who share images with their doctor outside of consultations feel empowered, but questions over implementation remain.
GPs urged to stay vigilant with patient data The recent ANU data breach has prompted reminders of the importance of protecting patient information.
Protecting your practice from a notifiable data breach The RACGP has again collaborated with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner for Privacy Awareness Week.
Q&A: Why does information security matter in general practice? GP – and former IT systems administrator – Dr David Adam wants GPs to know why information security is so important.
Australian measles rates continue to escalate Echoing a trend being seen across the globe, Australia has recorded a huge number of measles cases in the first three months of 2019.
Male and female health: Side by side New reports detail overall health data for Australian men and women, revealing some informative differences – and similarities – between genders.