Calls for expanded genetic testing funding While the MBS item covering three conditions is welcome, experts say greater funding would boost access for more conditions and counselling.
Vaccine safety anxiety driving parents towards misinformation How can GPs help combat this trend and ensure these patients don’t fall victim to misinformation?
Addressing the ‘information tsunami’ around vaccination for teens With so much information circulating, how can GPs best support parents with COVID-19 vaccine counselling for their children?
DoH responds to RACGP call for vaccine counselling flexibility The need for patients seeking advice to be vaccinated on the same day for GPs to generate a Medicare rebate no longer applies in all circumstances.
RACGP calls for flexibility around vaccine counselling rebate As it stands, the counselling MBS item number is linked to a vaccine suitability assessment, which GPs say is impractical.
DoH confirms vaccine indemnity scheme, but questions remain ‘You shouldn’t fear that you’re going to get tied up in complicated litigation if something – despite your best efforts – goes wrong,’ the DoH First Assistant Secretary has told GPs.
New pharmacy trial seeks to break down barriers to contraception The trial, led by GP Professor Danielle Mazza, has been at the centre of debate following media misrepresentation.
Government announces new vaccine counselling MBS item number The new Medicare item will provide patients over 50 with a $38.75 rebate when receiving COVID vaccine counselling from their GP.
New AstraZeneca guidance reinforces need for vaccine counselling MBS numbers The decision to limit the use of AstraZeneca’s COVID vaccine to only people aged 60 and older will likely place more pressure on GPs dealing with vaccine-hesitant patients.
RACGP offers mental health training for rural GPs The online psychological training programs will help GPs support patients affected by natural disasters and COVID-19.