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.
GP named next AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen will take over the leadership in October and says her priority is advocating for greater investment into general practice.
On-site aged care pharmacists must be linked to GPs: RACGP The idea has been touted as addressing a key recommendation from the royal commission but has generated concerns over fragmentation of care.
Aged Care Digital Strategy launches The plan outlines how new technology will be used to improve patient care, manage future demand, and reduce GPs’ administrative burden.
GP numbers stagnate amid population boom General practice is bearing the brunt of the critical strain on healthcare workers, with GP growth lagging significantly behind its medical counterparts.
Australia records first life expectancy drop in decades Despite healthcare spending increases, chronic conditions present a key challenge for individuals, governments and society as a whole, the AIHW says.
Most RACFs falling short of minimum care standards: Report New analysis has revealed many Australian aged care residents are not receiving the levels of care they need and are entitled to.
Concern as avian influenza detected at commercial poultry farm While one expert warns the virus could lead to the next major pandemic, another says the risk is only small at this stage. What do we know?
Health sector has third highest inflation in Australia: ABS New figures show the 6.1% increase for the 12 months up to April was only exceeded by alcohol and tobacco, and insurance and financial services.
Are young people in aged care being overprescribed? Following revelations that much-needed medication reviews are being missed and younger residents are facing an increase in polypharmacy, what can GPs do?