Supporting GP education for the health of the veteran community New tools are available for GPs to support their veteran patients, writes the DVA’s Chief Health Officer Dr Jenny Firman.
Royal commission into veteran suicide final report revealed It demanded an overhaul of systems to help veterans transition into civilian life, a crackdown on sexual abuse, and an increase to DVA fee schedule.
Aged Care Royal Commission progress ‘disappointing’ A report says not enough has changed to improve residents’ chances of having their healthcare needs met.
Government reveals disability royal commission response Healthcare changes are on the way after 130 recommendations were accepted in principle, but the future of several key asks remains unclear.
On-site aged care pharmacists must be linked to GPs: RACGP The idea has been touted as addressing a key recommendation from the royal commission but has generated concerns over fragmentation of care.
Aged Care Digital Strategy launches The plan outlines how new technology will be used to improve patient care, manage future demand, and reduce GPs’ administrative burden.
Most RACFs falling short of minimum care standards: Report New analysis has revealed many Australian aged care residents are not receiving the levels of care they need and are entitled to.
Are young people in aged care being overprescribed? Following revelations that much-needed medication reviews are being missed and younger residents are facing an increase in polypharmacy, what can GPs do?
Wealthy residents should pay more for aged care: Taskforce GPs say they hold the key to streamlining the troubled sector, but must be better supported to do so, in response to a long-awaited funding review.
New statutory agency to investigate systemic issues in aged care The new authority, recommended by the royal commission, will identify issues and report to the Australian Parliament.