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.
New eating disorder resource ‘a win-win’ for GPs and patients Created with GPs, for GPs, the new RACGP-endorsed point-of-care tool supports early detection, treatment and referrals in a bid to fill gaps in care.
Homebirth models of care must be ‘safe and resourced’: RACGP The college has revealed its asks for proposed low-risk homebirth reform, including indemnity insurance for privately practising midwives.
Breathlessness screening tool to aid diagnostic pathways The world-first tool aims to give timely diagnosis and management, while minimising the need for unnecessary tests or treatments.
Algorithms could help reduce avoidable antibiotic prescribing A digital tool has led overseas doctors to slash prescription numbers by 46%, but there are doubts about its application in Australia.
GPs need more support managing eating disorders: Poll One expert believes general practice can ‘make a huge impact’ by using available resources to help patients and navigate referrals.
RACGP’s ‘building block’ to improve shared care The college supports general practice’s place at the centre of Shared Care Models to enable coordination and continuity of care.
The role of clinical decision tools in chronic disease care Through RACGP Foundation-supported research, a GP academic is hoping to put an end to ‘blanket recommendations’ for chronic disease.
NCIRS launches new decision aid for children’s COVID vaccination GPs are being encouraged to use the tool with patients to help them weigh up the risks and benefits of vaccinating their children.
Fostering shared decision-making in primary care NPS MedicineWise medical advisor Dr Caroline West speaks with RACGP President Dr Karen Price on how being involved with shared decision-making can make a difference.