‘Strong perception that MBS rates are inadequate’: Inquiry An inquiry into NSW’s healthcare funding highlights the ‘excessive workload on GPs’, increasing patient complexity, and a ‘failure to embed prevention’ in health systems.
GPs left frustrated by payroll tax ‘savings’ claim The RACGP continues to call for national consistency in scrapping the tax, as the NSW Government spruiks the ‘savings’ made by GPs who have claimed its rebates.
Shingles vaccine linked to dementia risk reduction The new research found those vaccinated had their risk of new dementia diagnoses reduced by 20% over seven years.
Fatal melioidosis outbreak continues to grow As the deadly outbreak spreads across Queensland, and with more severe weather on the way, GPs are urged to watch for symptoms.
RACGP calls for fast-tracked ADHD reform Ahead of a mass walk-out of NSW psychiatrists, the RACGP says it is now more important than ever for GPs to be granted ADHD prescribing powers.
ED data highlights need for urgent GP investment: RACGP GPs are the ‘best medicine’ to help NSW’s overloaded hospitals but urgent investment is needed, says the college.
Payroll tax relief for NSW GPs treating veterans In a move welcomed by the RACGP, the State Government has waived the tax on the care of veterans with a Gold, White or Orange DVA card.
‘Troubling increase’ in patients avoiding GP due to cost With a 243% jump in NSW middle and high-income earners now delaying healthcare, the RACGP is calling for urgent intervention.
ED visits soaring amid GP shortages New data reveals the NSW health system is under ‘unprecedented pressure’ but GP accessibility is key to relieving that burden.
GPs left in the dark amid looming payroll tax changes NSW doctors are demanding answers, saying they have been given no information on the tax changes, which are now just days away.