New guidance on driving and medicinal cannabis The GP-led, practical resources aim to support doctors considering medicinal cannabis treatment for patients who choose to drive.
Heart Health Check funding uncertain With funding for the program set to expire in June, an extension is still being considered by the major political parties.
COVID-19 Risk Calculator expanded GPs can now use the tool to undertake a personalised assessment for patients’ risk of developing long COVID-19 six months after infection.
Planning essential to help patients hang up the keys: Research Telling elderly patients to give up their driver’s licence can be tricky to navigate, but a study has revealed how GPs can broach the subject.
Researchers develop improved dementia screening tool The new test can more accurately predict a person’s 14-year risk of developing the disease when compared with other widely used tools.
Cloud computing in general practice – what needs to be considered? Dr Rob Hosking explores the basics of cloud computing in general practice, including the benefits and risks of cloud-based solutions.
Why responsible general practice tech disposal matters Dr Rob Hosking discusses how digital waste is not only a risk to the environment, but potentially patient privacy.
It’s time to get ‘back to basics’ to protect patient privacy Dr Rob Hosking revisits the fundamentals of managing health information in general practice, with the help of a new RACGP resource.
The hidden medico-legal risks of sharing information electronically The use of electronic communication in general practice is essential, but just how risky is sending emails or electronic pathology referrals?