‘Visionary’ review suggests quicker approval of new medicines New subsidised medication approvals would be streamlined and access made easier for vulnerable populations, under a new health technology plan.
Further expansion of NIP shingles vaccines GPs can now offer their immunocompromised patients over 18 years old a subsidised shingles vaccine, but the expansion has raised questions about supply.
In Practice: Consultation on registration and accreditation scheme The RACGP is seeking member feedback on the processes underpinning complaints or notifications about registered health practitioners.
‘Shocked’: Damning NHS report a ‘warning’ for Government A scathing report into the NHS says its problems are so severe they are ‘hard to quantify’, furthering fears that unless Australia acts, it will head down the same path.
Mounjaro expanded to include weight management The TGA has approved tirzepatide for the treatment of overweight and obesity for those with comorbidities, via private prescription.
Funding boost for ‘shared care model’ to improve diabetes outcomes The Australian-first trial will see general practices collaborate with exercise physiologists to improve outcomes for patients with type 2 diabetes.
Sweeping NDIS changes on the way The RACGP welcomed the bill passing through the Parliament but stressed that its new assessment process has not been finalised.
In Practice: Using CGM to enhance diabetes care outcomes Learn more about the benefits and limitations of continuous glucose monitoring technology and how it can be applied in a rural practice.
Study links semaglutide and suicidal ideation risk There are calls for urgent investigation into its impact on mental health, but GPs are urging caution when interpreting the research.
Youth mental health enters ‘dangerous phase’ A world-first study has found young people are in crisis, their mental health is worse than ever, and it will continue to deteriorate without urgent change.