UK pharmacist prescribers reportedly linked to deaths Inappropriate prescribing and poor advice, underpinned by ‘an assumption of competence which was ill-founded’ are potential causes.
Second WA politician questions GP involvement in assisted dying scheme The MP argued only psychiatrists and geriatricians can determine a patient’s decision-making capacity in relation to voluntary assisted dying.
Iron infusions ‘taking off’ in general practice The procedure is becoming a key part of general practice – and that is good news.
Australians name GPs as their most ethical professionals In a national survey, general practice beat out pharmacies and hospitals for the most ethical profession with which Australians are in close contact.
Prostate cancer survival at ‘all-time high’ – but is it a happy life? Life goes on but its quality is often diminished, according to a new study.
Number of people delaying their GP consultation declining But nearly one third of people living in outer-regional, remote or very remote areas have reported visiting an ED because a GP was unavailable.
Treatable conditions, family tensions can see advance care directives overruled Directives are meant to enshrine patient autonomy near the end of life, but doctors may be inclined to act in what they consider the patient’s best interest, new research has found.
Extension for PIP QI applications Practices experiencing delays in either submitting data or securing a time-limited exemption may now submit a late application for payment.
GP feedback requested for compliance audit With the Department of Health’s approach to health provider compliance under the microscope, GPs are seeking clarity to ensure they are adequately informed about their obligations.
‘Everyone can benefit from having a GP in their lives’ Recent research has seen doctor self-care under the spotlight.