National Medicines Policy submission focuses on clinical practice Key recommendations for the policy’s review put forward by the RACGP are aimed at ensuring access, safety and quality.
COVID strain taking a major toll on GPs New poll findings suggest the majority of practitioners’ mental health has been greatly impacted by the pandemic, with one GP saying it has ‘tipped us over’.
In Practice: Have your say at the upcoming members’ forums Also find out about the latest events from RACGP Rural and tips for treating doctor-patients.
Providing help that is needed but not wanted Dr Thileepan Naren’s choice to persevere with a patient during their recovery from opioid addiction led to triumphant outcomes.
A health policy blueprint for self-care The new paper outlines the role of self-care in effective preventive health and the system reforms needed to support improved models of care.
GPs put best foot forward on CrazySocks4Docs day Australian healthcare professionals have taken to social media, showing off their crazy socks to support workplace wellbeing.
‘Psychological PPE’ as important as gloves and goggles The COVID pandemic has amplified healthcare workers’ mental health concerns, making self-care more important than ever.
New chance to connect with female leaders in general practice An upcoming RACGP conference will build on the theme of self-care and wellbeing for female GPs, with ample member engagement opportunities.
‘Putting your job above all else is the norm’ The culture that doctors do not call in sick or take time off for personal reasons is well known, but experts still hope it will change.
Treating ‘heart-sink’ patients in general practice Almost every GP would know the feeling, but there are ways to manage it and improve the doctor–patient relationship.