The GP facing the other side of emergency care Rural GP Dr Alex Sleeman survived falling under a two-tonne tractor and is learning to walk again, but that hasn’t stopped him, with his community’s support, from looking forwards.
Cerebral palsy rates fall amid healthcare advances New research finds its birth prevalence has dropped by a third in 20 years, with GPs playing a crucial role in screening and antenatal care.
In Practice: RSV immunisation info sessions With the RSV vaccine recently expanded on the National Immunisation Program, two upcoming webinars are designed to answer GPs’ questions.
GP duo ‘giving as much back to the community as possible’ The couple has studied, worked and raised a family together, and last month Fellowed side by side, marking a ‘proud milestone’.
‘I’ve been bloody lucky’: Dr Devinder Grewal’s remarkable life From Punjab, via the UK to South Australia, this award-winning GP reflects on a packed career in rural general practice – and the hotel business.
Bill targeting rural GP shortage stalls The Federal ‘Doctors for the Bush’ private bill proposed a reversal to changes in Distribution Priority Area settings.
In Practice: Member forum on governance The RACGP is inviting members attending GP24 to join a governance discussion to help shape the future of the college.
IV fluid supplies still a concern for rural GPs As wellness industry demand for IV fluids comes under increasing scrutiny, stocks remain a worry for GPs in more remote areas.
Study highlights lack of disease outbreak preparedness Research has indicated Australia is not ready for another pandemic, with one expert arguing GP data needs to be used to identify disease hotspots.
‘Empowering’ Healthy Habits program changing lives Doctors are urged to use the tool to help patients beyond the consulting room, with one GP saying it can ‘motivate behavioural change’.