GP-led research paves the way for greater aged care access The study is trialling a new video-enabled virtual care platform to improve access to general practice in aged care homes.
Can a virtual ED reduce diabetes hospitalisations? A new initiative is hoped to ease ED loads and improve access to treatment, but there are concerns it may also fragment general practice care.
First-of-its kind virtual ED unveiled The RFDS has opened an unmanned health hub in the middle of the Australian desert to provide 24/7 emergency care to residents and travellers.
Project aims to deliver ‘new digital health workforce’ A new model will engage GPs, nurses and allied health via virtual care for chronic disease patients to help ease pressures off the hospital system.
‘Sometimes hospitals don’t realise what GPs can do’ Ten COVID-positive aged care residents in Queensland recently avoided a costly and potentially damaging hospital trip, thanks to quick-thinking GPs.
Claims GPs clogging up EDs ‘couldn’t be further from the truth’ GPs are calling for clearer guidance and adequate supply of PPE, amid concerns clinics are turning away infants with respiratory symptoms.
Using virtual reality to reduce procedural pain in general practice Routine immunisations are a common reason children experience pain and distress as a result of interacting with a healthcare provider.