PIP QI fact sheet clears up uncertainty Released by the Department of Health, the fact sheet seeks to address concerns raised by the RACGP and the wider profession.
Cautious welcome for new integrated mental health care plan Advocates have praised the Government’s plan to better integrate Australia’s mental health system, but RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon feels questions remain.
Cultural immersion in Kakadu Dr Krystyna de Lange talks to newsGP about her experiences at an Aboriginal cultural immersion camp in the Northern Territory.
Promoting public health online: Children’s medication NPS MedicineWise brings informed advice on children’s medication to where much of the discussion is taking place – social media.
Cultural identification and disease assessment in general practice The RACGP has released two new clinical audits to assist GPs in identification of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
What does the new patient charter mean for general practice? newsGP examines how the Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights can help improve processes and doctor–patient relations.
GPs urged to show caution when joining PIP QI The Federal Government program will inject $200 million into primary care, but what do practice owners need to be aware of before signing up?
August issue of Australian Journal of General Practice now available The latest issue of the RACGP’s peer-reviewed scholarly journal is available online.
Eliminating stigma in practice Stigma and discrimination can be significant barriers to healthcare for marginalised patients – but a new resource aims to help practitioners identify these barriers, and break through them.
NSW push to decriminalise abortion stalls Conservative MPs have successfully delayed the bill’s introduction.