Mounjaro approved to treat sleep apnoea Sleep health experts welcome the approval of the first medicine indicated to treat obstructive sleep apnoea in patients with obesity.
Push for release of Queensland drug testing report The RACGP is urging for the release of an evaluation showing harm-reduction outcomes and reassess of a decision to close drug-testing sites.
‘Early intervention letters’ sent for overseas MBS claims Around 1100 GPs have been asked to review a schedule of claims as part of a Health Department focus on overseas billing.
Menstrual health research shows value of culturally safe care ‘Menstrual wellbeing is shaped by culture, history, gender and social connection,’ says GP and researcher Dr Talila Milroy.
Hospital pressure grows as rural health gap widens Data highlights ongoing gaps for rural and remote communities, showing the role of GPs in preventive care and keeping patients out of hospital.
RACGP embarks on Tassie road trip GPs have come together to call on governments to invest more into training and retaining doctors in the state.
New guide supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce The RACGP-endorsed guide aims to boost the workforce in culturally safe general practices and sustainably improve health outcomes.
‘The how and why of becoming a supervisor’ Two upcoming webinars will walk GPs through the role of a rural supervisor and exactly what is involved for those interested.
Disparities in breast cancer care uncovered New research highlights the need for equitable and culturally safe care to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.
‘The same challenges’: Lessons from remote Canada They may be half a world apart but country doctors in Canada and Australia have a lot they can teach each other, finds the RACGP’s Rural Chair.