Study links hot flushes, night sweats to CVD in women The new research could help identify patients in need of close monitoring in clinical practice. But does it tell the whole story?
Government restricts telehealth MBS access to a patient’s regular GP The RACGP has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision, which comes after months of strong college advocacy.
GPs key in detecting bowel cancer sooner Increasing the role of GPs in the screening process could improve the number of test completions, a new study has found.
Advancing the profession of general practice: AJGP Professor Grant Russell, new Chair of the AJGP Editorial Advisory Committee, discusses the journal’s place on the general practice landscape.
Pharmacy prescribing trial launches A controversial trial allowing pharmacists to prescribe antibiotics for UTIs has gone ahead amid renewed questions on pharmacy vaccination programs.
Vale Emeritus Professor Neil Carson Professor Michael Kidd and Emeritus Professor John Murtagh speak to newsGP and pay tribute to a pioneer of general practice.
How to respond to a case of COVID-19 in general practice With a GP among Australia’s most recent cases of coronavirus, a new RACGP fact sheet is designed to guide practices on how to keep staff and patients safe – and ensure the doors stay open.
Professional support over the general practice continuum The RACGP’s new remediation suite provides guidance for managing performance concerns at any stage of a general practice career.
Government told GPs still need COVID-19 support The RACGP has told the Senate Select Committee GPs must receive further assistance and be allowed to provide more input during pandemics.
Calls to prioritise influenza vaccine for general practice A recent survey found more than 50% of clinics report not receiving enough stock to meet patient demand.