‘A big red flag’: Warning follows NHS failings The UK Government’s ‘scramble’ to save its health system is a key sign for Australia to invest in primary care, says the RACGP President.
GPs key to fighting vaccine fatigue: RACGP In a new Government submission, the college warned that a resurgence of preventable diseases and fragmentation of care is threatening patients.
Sweeping change needed amid ‘diabetes epidemic’: Inquiry The RACGP says prevention is key, as Medicare reform, bolstered rural access, sugar taxes, and CGM subsidies were all recommended.
Olaparib and anifrolumab added to PBS The treatments for breast cancer and lupus have now been added to the scheme, alongside medicines for leukaemia and insomnia.
Bowel cancer screening changes launch Patients aged 45 and above are now able to receive a free kit in a bid to boost plummeting screening rates and increase early diagnoses.
PBAC recommends subsidised RSV vaccine for pregnant women The committee has backed Abrysvo being added to the NIP, but GPs have warned additional supply must be guaranteed to ensure a successful rollout.
RACGP thanks outgoing Rural Health Commissioner Adjunct Professor Ruth Stewart served in the role for nearly four years and will be replaced by fellow GP, Professor Jenny May.
Navigating Medicare and the PSR A refresher session at the recent Practice Owners Conference covered MBS billing rules, problem item numbers and the PSR process.
PBS restrictions placed on diabetes medicines GPs now need to gain additional approval prior to starting patients on all GLP-1 RAs, including semaglutide.
RACGP launches new Reconciliation Action Plan The college has set goal to create a GP profession ‘free from racism’ and reaffirms its support of the Uluru Statement from the Heart.