GPs forced to turn away Veteran Card holders due to low rebates: RACGP Access to the Coordinated Veterans’ Care program is also reportedly being limited due to eligibility restrictions, complex bureaucratic processes, and a lack of clinician awareness.
Study reveals clearer picture of hypertension’s impact on brain health AI has confirmed the link between high blood pressure and accelerated brain ageing, but do GPs receive enough support to help manage the issue?
‘Not viable’: GPs’ ‘sadness’ at ending bulk billing of veterans GPs have rejected an accusation the move is ‘to make a political point’, saying the decision was considered carefully for six months.
‘A feeling of unity’: Reflections on GP22 The new RACGP President looks back at a successful GP22 conference and the importance of keeping the momentum going.
Crisis Summit White Paper released Headline recommendations include an immediate increase to Medicare rebates, tripling the bulk billing incentive, and a reduction in red tape.
Important changes to family violence information sharing The RACGP has updated its White Book in response to new requirements regarding the way information is shared across services and organisations.
‘We need to be kind to ourselves’: vicarious trauma and burnout GPs are at risk of vicarious trauma, particularly when it comes to caring for patients experiencing family abuse and violence.
In Practice: Self-care for GPs and patients How can GPs practice what they preach by carrying out self-care, while also encouraging patients to do the same?
Recognise and respond: White Book update guides GPs The new edition draws on evidence of what victims and survivors want from health professionals when responding to abuse and violence.
‘There’s lots of suffering’: Supporting veterans amid Afghan turmoil The Department of Veterans’ Affairs has released new resources to help GPs support their patients.