Extended skills recognition gains momentum Integrative medicine is the latest area of specific interest awarded to a Fellow of the RACGP under its Recognition of Extended Skills program.
Second Australian hydromorphone trial announced The new opiate treatment is meeting people ‘where they are at’ and could save those for whom methadone has not worked.
What are nitazenes? The synthetically produced opioids are more potent than fentanyl and have recently been detected in Australia.
Responding to requests for unnecessary tests SPONSORED: There is a good reason why the word ‘necessary’ often appears when it comes to the provision and funding of medical services.
Study shines light on oxycodone prescribing habits Regional patients are most likely to be first-time users, with a study warning GPs to use ‘careful assessment’ when prescribing.
Drug checking trial launches at injecting centre The RACGP welcomed the groundbreaking pilot, which enables users to test their substances while under medical supervision.
Sydney home raided after Ozempic scam The TGA is urging GPs ‘exercise deep caution’ after doctors were faxed ads promoting allegedly illegally compounded semaglutide.
Call to action urges GPs to be ‘bold and brave’ As GPs @ Parliament wraps up for 2024, MPs are now urging doctors to reach out and share their stories in a bid to create practical policy solutions.
GPs @ Parliament campaign kicks off A delegation of doctors has descended on Canberra for three days of meetings with the nation’s leaders, demanding an overhaul of the ailing health system.
Sweltering summer turns up heat on climate change With the impacts already being felt, a new survey is calling on GPs to contribute their expertise and help shape a different future.