Re-consent needed for ‘critical’ data resource An RACGP committee has granted MedicineInsight ‘ethics approval’, but practices must sign up again to participate.
Data changes flagged for hundreds of general practices Significant changes to the way MedicineInsight data from almost 700 general practices is overseen lie ahead, with an opt-out deadline next week.
Widespread concerns flagged about NPS MedicineWise demise Many worry about the impact on the safe use of medicine, while the transfer of skills is another key issue with employees already leaving.
NPS MedicineWise to ‘cease operations’ at the end of 2022 The confirmation comes after a Federal Government decision to proceed with a plan to cut the organisation’s funding.
Medical software data provides fresh insight into general practice A new report containing de-identified 2020–21 data from around 10% of Australian GPs and patients has been released.
Health Minister confirms NPS MedicineWise cuts Despite appeals to overturn a decision under the previous Government to remove funding from NPS MedicineWise, the original decision will stand.
Young people’s mental health: Why early engagement matters Increasing numbers of young Australians are battling mental health disorders. Dr Caroline West looks at how GPs can help.
In Practice: Global general practice comparisons Next month, GPs can gain insight into the UK and Australia’s COVID-19 and CVD experiences in general practice, via two special seminars.
‘We have deep concerns’: NPS MedicineWise fights funding cuts Leaders at the organisation, which had its funding removed in the most recent budget, are calling for the decision to be reviewed.
Concern over significant NPS MedicineWise changes The recent budget revealed a ‘redesign’ for stewarding the quality use of medicines, with major implications for the organisation.