Report calls for greater coordination and funding for Australian primary care The Grattan Institute has released a new report calling for greater political attention, funding and coordination for the Australian primary care sector.
AIHW findings show strong evidence of positive GP–patient relationships More than 80% of Australians feel the quality of care they received from their GP or other healthcare providers is ‘excellent’ or ‘very good’, according to an Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report.
RACGP urges patients to make time for health checks in general practice The RACGP says fast, free advice from the local pharmacy may sound good on the surface, but making time for your regular GP is a better long-term health strategy.
80% of Australians have a regular GP: The importance of continuity of care Long considered a core component of general practice, continuity of care is becoming increasingly complex in the world of modern general practice.