New tailored family violence training for primary care GPs had previously reported a lack of access to existing resources, an issue the national training program will aim to remedy.
Enhanced support for responding to elder abuse It can be difficult for GPs to raise concerns about elder abuse, but new training aims to help those at the coalface identify the signs and act.
Pushing the boundaries SPONSORED CONTENT: In general practice, there is a wide range of tolerance when it comes to patients who push legal and therapeutic boundaries.
Fully funded longer consultations needed to address family violence GPs see up to five female patients per week with abuse and violence underlying their presentation, validating the need for MBS-subsidised plans.
‘Shared stories of general practice and our communities’ The opportunity to showcase Australian general practice with international colleagues at a UAE conference will promote further GP collaboration.
Fears for further surge in family violence this Christmas Historically, family violence incidents peak over the festive season – and that number is expected to skyrocket this year.
‘Because we are trusted’: Managing COVID in disadvantaged groups GPs share their experiences and strategies for managing those affected by addiction and family violence, and people from refugee backgrounds.
Record rates of family violence meet anticipated COVID impact The pandemic-enforced lockdown has made true the grim prediction of an increase in family violence, particularly across Victoria.
Managing family violence amid a pandemic A new RACGP resource is designed to help GPs manage phone and video consultations as rates of abuse and violence rise during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Building readiness to deal with family violence New funding and an innovative research model will help reinforce GPs’ key role in identifying and responding to issues of abuse and violence.