New guide supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce The RACGP-endorsed guide aims to boost the workforce in culturally safe general practices and sustainably improve health outcomes.
GPs to play key role in ADHD care under landmark reforms The NSW Government has announced significant reforms to improve access to ADHD diagnosis and treatment by expanding the role of GPs.
In Practice: National Reconciliation Week The RACGP is committed to strengthening relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and delivering culturally safe care.
Act early on eating disorder warning signs: Study New Australian research aims to help GPs and parents to close the gap between onset and diagnosis of a child’s eating disorder.
Decade-first guidance on FASD diagnosis The ‘groundbreaking’ guidelines aim to improve assessment and diagnosis of the disorder and arm GPs with more confidence.
Further ADHD medication shortages GPs and patients have been warned to plan ahead, with Ritalin tablets already in shortage and further impacts on the way.
ADHD treatment access a ‘postcode lottery’ As pressure mounts on existing services, the RACGP is calling for national equity in the treatment and management of people with ADHD.
GPs to diagnose and prescribe for ADHD under ‘breakthrough’ plan West Australian GPs could soon be allowed to diagnose, initiate and manage treatment with stimulant medications.
Period poverty: stigma and access issues endure, study shows It found barriers are leaving patients in ‘desperate need’. Can GPs use education to help meet the menstrual needs of Australians?
Alcohol and pregnancy campaign benefit estimated at $236 million New analysis has suggested a public awareness campaign aimed at pregnant women is having significant financial and wellbeing advantages.