Proposed Privacy Act changes could disadvantage young patients Young patients could face barriers when accessing general practice services if a new Government proposal to tighten privacy laws comes into effect.
In Practice: MBS online tool updated GPs can stay informed with the latest MBS items, including Level C phone consultation items.
Counselling patients about smoking cessation SPONSORED: A new webinar will explore legislative changes to nicotine-containing vaping products and how to maximise evidence-based treatments.
Many e-cigarette vaping liquids contain toxic chemicals: Study New Australian research has found most e-liquids contain chemicals known to cause respiratory issues and lung damage when inhaled.
GPs reminded of vaping changes Vaping products are now only accessible in Australia as a smoking-cessation tool via prescription.
In Practice: Opportunity to expand skills in AOD training GPs can also learn more about the new vaping prescribing laws coming into effect, and upcoming RACGP Rural events.
In Practice: Shaping future initiatives Members once again have the chance to communicate directly with the RACGP Board, while new webinars provide the opportunity to upskill.
In Practice: How to prevent and manage patient aggression Also find out about new PBS changes, as well as CPD opportunities, vaping webinars and more.
Have GPs been supported for vaping to go prescription-only from October? Patients are already being urged to see their GP ahead of the change to discuss their smoking cessation options, even though the TGA is yet to register any nicotine vaping products.
Nicotine scheduling changes #2 Dr Jill Thistlethwaite talks with Adjunct Professor John Skerritt and Professor Nick Zwar on what GPs need to know about new prescribing process for nicotine vaping products coming into effect from 1 October.