Funding warning as bulk-billing clinic closes One of Canberra’s last fully bulk-billed clinics has entered voluntary administration after struggling to cover costs and attract enough GPs.
GPs take a stand for ‘housing first’ in healthcare The RACGP has honed in on policy changes it says are needed to support GPs working with patients experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
Mobile medical clinic opens in Melbourne The GP-led clinic aims to ease the health burden to the homeless community by providing safe and free access to primary care.
Sold out RACGP addiction conference puts vulnerable people first No longer an elephant in the room, the General Practice in Addiction Conference aims to start conversations about how to help the most vulnerable.
Funding helps mobile GP clinic treating ‘forgotten’ patients roll on It is free, accessible, and non-judgemental. And for more than 20 years, Street Doctor has brought healthcare to those who would otherwise go without.
How collaboration can help counteract vaccine fatigue A program aimed at boosting COVID vaccination among vulnerable populations highlights the role of GP-led teams, writes Dr Ken McCroary.
Request for GP feedback to inform prison healthcare Member feedback and a pilot program will guide the RACGP’s next edition of the Prison Standards, which aims to ensure best practice care.
RACGP calls for immediate exemption to 12-month telehealth rule for vulnerable GPs The college is urging the Federal Government to change compliance rules to allow immunocompromised GPs and those in isolation to safely continue caring for patients.
GPs enlisted to vaccinate older and vulnerable Australians In a major shift, GPs will be paid an additional fee to visit people ‘at home or in a disability or residential aged care facility’.
Telehealth valued by NDIS participants The service, which will soon become a permanent part of Australian primary care, has been welcomed by vulnerable patients.