Monkeypox declared global health emergency as WHO pushes containment GPs’ role ‘key’ as Australian health authorities reinforce efforts to keep a lid on the country’s case numbers.
Why this public health message is equally important for GPs A new campaign urging patients to reconnect with their GP also serves as a reminder for clinicians to take care of their own health.
Twenty unanswered questions: College interrogates UTI pilot ‘For the sake of patient safety’, the RACGP has again urged Queensland Health to reconsider its decision to continue UTI pharmacy prescribing.
Connecting with Country: Alice Springs visit continues A tour of the RFDS and joining a storytelling circle with a local Indigenous Elder has helped strengthen RACGP links with rural NT.
GPs say systemic Medicare issues impact provision of mental health care The MBS structure suggests that GP time spent on mental health is worth less than other areas of medicine, a comprehensive new survey indicates.
Are mandates the only way to achieve high mask use? Associate Professor Holly Seale explores whether people are only likely to act on public health advice when compelled to do so.
Global immunisation coverage in biggest dip for 30 years Australia largely seems to have bucked the international trend, but immunisation experts warn the country has not dodged the impact altogether.
Child asthma hospital readmissions reach decade high The figures provide a ‘standout example’ of why targeted management plans in general practice are vital to avoid admissions.
Awards will support risk-benefit analysis of COVID vaccination in kids A newly funded project will evaluate how risk communication for vaccines can be improved to boost vaccine uptake among children.
Winter readiness presents opportunity to discuss advance care plans The RACGP has reminded GPs to discuss linking advance care plans with My Health Record when providing ‘catch-up’ care to older patients.