Mental health impacts of rising temperatures ‘detrimental’ Researchers say climate change will up the burden of mental and behavioural disorders by 50% by 2050, and health systems must be enabled to adapt.
Sixty-day scripts slow to find favour: Study With a significantly lower-than-expected uptake, an RACGP expert says this could be caused by software impediments, complexity over medication eligibility, and patient views.
IWD: ‘Every woman can find her tribe to cheer her on’ One female GP draws on her global experiences to achieve equality, ahead of the RACGP’s International Women’s Day event series.
IWD: The fight for better breast care Ahead of International Women’s Day, one GP tells why she is committed to improving access to breast imaging in Tasmania.
In Practice: New MBS item for continuous nerve blockade The item will be added on 1 March to support the provision of continuous nerve blockade using a catheter technique.
IWD: ‘The trust bestowed in me has always been humbling’ ‘Every day, we are making life a bit better for the people who see us,’ says one GP ahead of International Women’s Day.
IWD: ‘You are enough, believe in yourself’ ‘Advocate for other women and inspire them’, says one GP ahead of the RACGP’s International Women’s Day event series.
GP’s research shedding light on end-of-life care On World Cancer Day, one GP’s innovative research is transforming care for cancer patients in their final months of life.
In Practice: RACGP International Women’s Day events This International Women’s Day, the RACGP is holding events across Australia to celebrate the achievements of women in general practice.
GPs recognised with Australia Day Honours From rural healthcare, to education, and services to the community, GPs from across the country have been thanked for their contributions.