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GPs should be central to disaster relief: RACGP

GPs should be central to disaster relief: RACGP

The college has called for governments to better utilise primary care when natural disasters strike.


Disaster recovery

Disaster recovery

In this episode, hosts Dr Gillian Singleton and Dr Billy Stoupas discuss the vital role GPs play in frontline disaster recovery. During and after pandemics and natural disasters, the focus on protecting and supporting the lives and health of individuals and communities is often at the cost of GPs’ own wellbeing and business continuity. Sharing his experience from both sides, guest Dr Michael Clements offers advice to support GPs and communities.


One year on: After the Townsville floods

One year on: After the Townsville floods

Dr Michael Clements reflects on the GP’s role in responding to a major natural disaster.


Flood-affected areas to receive boost with GP telehealth services

Flood-affected areas to receive boost with GP telehealth services

The Federal Government has announced it will provide essential telehealth support services for rural communities impacted by the Queensland floods.


Melioidosis: A deadly infection that can spread after floods

Melioidosis: A deadly infection that can spread after floods

What GPs need to know in the wake of recent disasters.


GPs band together to help as Townsville floods cause widespread devastation

GPs band together to help as Townsville floods cause widespread devastation

Scores of GPs have coordinated their own response to the devastating floods, providing vital care to a city inundated with a year’s worth of rain in a little over a week.


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