Digital secure messaging one step closer Standards will be applied to all future procurements of secure messaging systems, paving the way for greater interoperability within general practice.
Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission roadmap open for consultation The public has a chance to have its say on the future research direction and funding decisions of the Mission.
Renewed calls to overhaul hospital funding NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard says patients present at hospitals with minor conditions in part because not all GP visits are covered by Medicare.
Should tennis players be taking the court in Melbourne? Athletes ‘forced’ to compete in Australian Open qualifiers have complained of dry throats, asthma symptoms and even panic attacks related to the city’s smoke haze.
Future-proofing the general practice workforce The Practice Experience Program offers a number of benefits for non-vocationally registered doctors – and applications are now open.
Vaccinations shown to reduce flu mortality rates An Australian study has confirmed flu vaccination effectively reduces mortality from the disease – positive news after a horror flu season.
Government to help GPs reach the frontline New emergency protocols will make it easier for GPs to work in bushfire-affected communities.
Targeting disadvantage in smoking cessation A program being trialled in Adelaide will take a new approach to an old, intractable problem – high smoking rates in low socioeconomic areas.
Small signs of progress in budget update The Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook includes relatively little for GPs, but there are some promising initiatives.
RACGP President accuses Pharmacy Guild of ‘classic overreach’ The powerful lobby group has again called for expanding pharmacists’ scope of practice following a new report that predicts a major GP workforce shortfall by 2030.