Inside North Richmond’s safe injecting room Dr Nico Clark, Medical Director of North Richmond’s safe injecting room, takes newsGP through the facility as it approaches its sixth month of operation.
Calls for urgent action on obesity, undernutrition and climate change GPs are on the frontlines of the most significant threats to humanity.
Practice Experience Program has launched to support non-VR doctors The RACGP program is designed to provide non-vocationally registered doctors with the support they need to attain Fellowship.
RFDS receives funding for rural and remote mental health services RACGP Rural Chair Associate Professor Ayman Shenouda applauds the decision – but urges the Government not to forget GPs working in the bush.
Vaccine hesitancy a top threat to global health: WHO The WHO has declared reluctance to vaccinate a major threat to public health, as a number of diseases that were close to elimination see a resurgence.
NDIS transition causing stress for ACT mental health sector New research has raised further questions about whether the NDIS is suitable for the funding and delivery of mental health services.
Federal Government announces massive funding boost for mental health A record $1.45 billion and a change in the funding model gives PHNs greater control in provision of services tailored to community needs.
Questions persist as Buruli ulcer cases continue to spread As cases of the disease make their way to the city, researchers continue to grapple with determining its causes.
Identifying body dysmorphic disorder in general practice Dr Magadalena Simonis talks about recognising young patients who are experiencing body dysmorphic disorder – and what to do next.
RACGP President backs calls for pill testing following another death In the wake of the third music festival death since Christmas, Dr Harry Nespolon has reiterated his support for further pill testing trials.