How the COVID surge is hitting GPs COVID-19 cases have hit a new high watermark and the impact on GPs in affected areas has been profound. But what of places where the disease is yet to reach?
‘Locked into decline’: Call for healthcare overhaul New research examining how to repair Australia’s ‘fragmented, inefficient’ system aligns with RACGP recommendations.
Research highlights main challenges faced by GPs during pandemic As well as health and safety concerns, doctors reported a lack of timely communication around government policy changes and the need for more support to educate the public about vaccination.
In Practice: Opportunity to expand skills in AOD training GPs can also learn more about the new vaping prescribing laws coming into effect, and upcoming RACGP Rural events.
How a COVID hotline could help hospitals and GPs A GP-led initiative is proposing a 24/7 hotline to take the burden off emergency services and ensure continuity of care.
Colleges announce new rural GP anaesthesia qualification The diploma is designed to recognise the role GPs with advanced training in anaesthesia play in many rural and remote communities.
Singing from the same song sheet: where medicine and music intersect Honing their skills in the language of music and medicine has helped two GP brothers master the work−life balancing act.
‘An incredible moment in each of your careers’ Greg Hunt has thanked GPs for their ‘amazing’ work during the vaccine rollout.
How advanced are COVID booster vaccines? With ATAGI flagging that third doses and booster shots could soon be used to further protect against COVID, newsGP assesses preliminary results from Moderna and Pfizer’s ongoing clinical trials.
In Practice: Shaping future initiatives Members once again have the chance to communicate directly with the RACGP Board, while new webinars provide the opportunity to upskill.