‘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.
Early menopause risk for endometriosis patients A global study found women with endometriosis have increased risk of premature and early menopause, both naturally and surgically.
In Practice: Changes to dual-labelled medicine ingredient names The TGA has advised that more dual-labelled medicine ingredient names have begun the transition to sole ingredient names.
Could changing your diet improve endometriosis pain? A recent study suggests it’s possible, as many women with endometriosis look to complementary therapies to manage their symptoms.
Health groups call on candidates to reveal abortion support The RACGP has joined forces with 39 high-profile health groups, calling on political parties to support improving abortion access for all.
Have your say: Health of the Nation survey now open After last year’s survey helped create tangible changes, GPs are urged to once again help shape the future of general practice.
Is the Federal Election a ‘turning point’ for healthcare? Brandishing a Medicare card, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called a 3 May Federal Election, with GP access a central pillar for both major parties in the 2025 race to the polls.
Breast cancer screening is ripe for change Experts say a woman’s risk, not just her age, should be assessed, as they provide an evidence-based roadmap towards better screening.
What’s in the 2025–26 Federal Budget for GPs? The RACGP has welcomed GP workforce incentives but said while ‘it’s clear general practice is central in this year’s Budget’, there are still missed opportunities.
Queensland makes pharmacy prescribing permanent The RACGP has called out the decision to make the pilot programs a permanent fixture, raising concerns about patient safety and the precedent it sets.