Pharmacy pilot evaluation revealed An assessment of Victoria’s program reveals its impact on GP services, its popularity, and patient feedback, as the RACGP’s concerns about the nationwide trend remain.
Do patient enrolment systems lead to better care? Enrolment programs may have varying impacts on continuity of care and other health outcomes, says a research team including the RACGP President.
Skin cancer scholarships launch They offer 12 GPs based in regional Queensland access to education materials designed to help better detect and treat the disease.
GPs recognised for mental health leadership On World Family Doctor Day, the RACGP is celebrating GPs as frontline healthcare champions, and is urging doctors to prioritise their own wellbeing.
Telehealth provider publishes ‘best-practice’ principles Eucalyptus says an ‘absence of regulation’ prompted the move, while RACGP quality care experts say there is insufficient information about their scope and sources.
Established trust key to pandemic preparedness: Study It found trust and social cohesion are key to rebuilding, while GPs say their established relationships are crucial to creating change.
Osteoarthritis education changes desire for surgery: Study The study of 55,000 patients highlights the importance and tangible outcomes of doctors offering education and exercise programs.
Push for improved dementia education for GPs One expert wants to boost ‘baseline knowledge’ of early detection, interventions and post-diagnostic care of the condition.
GP podcast brought to life with in-person health training A former RACGP National GP of the Year and his GP sister are bringing bespoke health education to rural South Australia.
Treating hypertension lowers risk of dementia: Study New research suggests proven hypertension interventions could help reduce the incidence and impact of dementia.