‘To my respected psychiatry colleagues’ A near-constant stream of referral rejection has prompted one frustrated GP to address an open letter to Australia’s psychiatrists.
Yearly bulk billing rates plummet Practices are being forced to pass on their costs to patients, as owners worry about skyrocketing bills and the looming spectre of payroll tax.
Home abortion follow-up test safe: Study Rural women could benefit most from the launch of an at-home test that can replace face-to-face follow-up consults with healthcare professionals.
Deadline looms for sign-up to centralised prescribing The Department of Health and Aged Care is urging practices that have not registered for the national Prescription Delivery Service to do so.
How is Eris different from other Omicron variants? Recently classified as a ‘variant of interest’ by the WHO, EG.5.1 has been circulating in Australia since April.
PCOS guidelines shine light on ‘neglected’ condition The new resource contains hundreds of recommendations designed to help clinicians improve patient care.
New GP-led group to strengthen transgender care Recognising a lack of education in this space, the latest RACGP Specific Interests group aims to give GPs confidence and support.
Pathology merger would make sub-leasing untenable: GP Alliance General practice owners say the takeover – under review by the ACCC – would leave a ‘hole’ in the finances of many clinics.
Spike in perinatal anxiety and depression Poor mental health is skyrocketing amongst pregnant women, with many mothers-to-be still dismissing their symptoms.
Cloud computing in general practice – what needs to be considered? Dr Rob Hosking explores the basics of cloud computing in general practice, including the benefits and risks of cloud-based solutions.