‘Significant update’ of RACGP Prison Standards The revised standards cover healthcare in ‘a unique and challenging environment’, with more focus on culturally safe care.
Huge disadvantages for rural patients exposed New details in an already concerning picture have emerged in research carried out on behalf of the National Rural Health Alliance.
$2b health funding program ‘fell short of ethical requirements’: ANAO Executive oversight, risk and fraud management were deficient, while many grants were ‘inconsistent’ with rules and guidelines.
RACGP calls for ‘more action’ following reproductive healthcare report President Dr Nicole Higgins says the Government needs to act now to end Australia’s ‘postcode lottery’.
Reproductive healthcare telehealth items extended The move has been welcomed, particularly for women in remote areas, but advocates are calling for the items to be made permanent.
RACGP advocates for gender equality in healthcare The college has recommended a series of measures to the Government aimed at improving access to quality care for women and other disadvantaged groups.
Canberra GP laments closure of ‘wonderful inclusive’ clinic Dr Clara Tuck Meng Soo, known for her commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community, said Medicare’s decline has forced the clinic to shut its doors.
‘Strong Culture, Strong Youth’: Close the Gap Campaign shines light on youth To help achieve health equity and improved life outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the campaign’s latest report is calling for large-scale systemic institutional reforms at a national level.
Fall in bulk billing a rising concern for patients Worries about GP costs are now one of the main issues for patients, with new bulk-billing data indicating that may rise further.
‘A fundamental issue’: RACGP calls for changes to reproductive healthcare At a Senate Inquiry, Dr Nicole Higgins and Professor Danielle Mazza will be pushing for greater support for GP training to build workforce capability.