IMG assessment push softened in final Kruk Review Following the release of a long-awaited report, RACGP President Dr Nicole Higgins says the college is ready to help address urgent workforce needs.
National Cabinet signs off workforce funding boost Part of a new $1.2 billion Medicare package will go towards the Kruk Review recommendations, the Prime Minister has said.
How does Australia’s health system stack up internationally? Not bad, if you’re willing to wait for it, writes health economist Dr Stephen Duckett.
Healthcare key to reducing prisoners’ reoffending risk A mental health crisis is sweeping through prisons, with half of all inmates diagnosed before being incarcerated, according to new Australian data.
Why Australia should resolve its healthcare financial ‘schism’ Professor Robert Phillips has helped raise the profile of primary care in the United States. What is his sense of how it works in Australia?
Gaps in male infertility science push ‘burden onto women’ A lack of understanding of the causes of male fertility is ‘a stark example of gender inequity’, according to a newly published paper.
Generative AI and the future of medicine RACGP WA Chair Dr Ramya Raman reflects on the disruptive potential of large language models in healthcare.
Home abortion follow-up test safe: Study Rural women could benefit most from the launch of an at-home test that can replace face-to-face follow-up consults with healthcare professionals.
Complexities of genetic carrier screening in focus With MBS access to screening starting soon for those who are pregnant or planning pregnancy, newsGP looks at the likely impact on GPs.
MS-2 Step access set to expand Medical abortions will become easier to access under landmark regulation changes due to come into effect on 1 August.