Australia records lowest ever HIV numbers Only 552 new cases were recorded in 2021, but there are ongoing concerns regarding late diagnoses, a new report shows.
GP reform push supported by emergency doctors The President of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine has backed plans to strengthen primary care.
In Practice: Countdown to Women’s Health Week The college’s ongoing partnership with Jean Hailes will bring a series of resources and events for Women’s Health Week.
Vigilance urged as monkeypox continues to spread While local numbers remain much lower than in many other countries, authorities advise caution as they work to prevent wider transmission.
Suicide rates reveal the silent suffering of Australia’s ageing men This group is growing older, feeling alone and flying under the radar, write Rhys Mantell and Dr Adrienne Withall.
Exercise shown to reduce COVID infection, severity and mortality Regular physical activity is protective against contracting the disease and associated adverse outcomes, new international evidence suggests.
Psychiatrists back GPs’ role in mental health care The President of RANZCP has expressed his appreciation of general practice’s work across ‘the entire spectrum’ of mental health care.
In Practice: New billing resource A new fact sheet has been published to guide GPs on Medicare requirements for bulk billing and charging additional fees to patients.
Vaccine rollout lessons put on hold An Audit Office report contains criticisms of planning and communication but offers few concrete suggestions for improvement.
GP lobbies Health Minister as paediatrics access reaches ‘tipping point’ The issue has been called a nationwide crisis and GPs are calling for more support to help improve outcomes for families.