New tool to improve primary care research reporting The guidelines aim to address the unique perspectives and approaches of primary care and improve translation to ‘real-world’ practice.
In Practice: Vigabratin substitutions The TGA has said that the tablet form of the epilepsy medication is in scarce and enabled pharmacists to replace it with oral sachets.
More than $575k in RACGP Foundation Grants awarded A host of general practice researchers are set to benefit from hundreds of thousands of dollars in funding for upcoming projects.
Primary care research body celebrates 40 years The AAAPC is marking its 40th anniversary with a focus on ‘giving back’ to its membership.
‘A powerful tool’: Practices urged to take part in patient study The survey is designed to help practices understand and compare the management of patients with chronic conditions, both at home and abroad.
Plea for change amid rising life expectancies GPs are calling for a shift in the way elderly patients are cared for, as new data sheds light on our ageing population.
In Practice: AGPT Academic Post applications now open Successful applicants will receive hands-on experience in teaching and research, while enhancing their skills in academia.
Government unveils $50 million primary care research initiative The funding will aim to ‘drive innovative models of primary care’ as part of the ongoing push to reform Medicare.
RACGP Specific Interests launches public health group The new group aims to strengthen the skills and knowledge of GPs and GPs in training with an interest in public and population health.
Grants worth $250,000 open for GP-led research The funding is open for GPs with research experience overseeing projects looking into digital health in primary care.