GPs slam Medicare overbilling claims The RACGP has fought back against a reignited ‘attack against GPs’, with the college president refuting union allegations of widespread and fraudulent overbilling.
Are Australian vaping laws effective or falling short? New data sheds light on the uptake of vapes through the Federal Government’s pharmacy scheme, as GPs raise concerns about illicit sales.
Another state gives GPs green light to treat ADHD South Australia is the latest state to introduce reforms that will enable GPs to diagnose and treat the condition in both adults and children, with the hope of making care more accessible.
Diabetes costing health system more than $9 billion Updated estimates from Diabetes Australia have revealed the annual cost of diabetes to be almost three times the amount previously reported.
RACGP flags scope concerns in prescribing review In a submission on the National Prescribing Competencies Framework, it also raised concerns about the impacts of unclear prescribing roles.
Push to add semaglutide to PBS for schizophrenia patients Researchers say the drug offers a safe weight-loss treatment without affecting psychotic symptoms. But those who need it most face barriers.
RACGP urges Medicare rule change for IMGs ‘Bureaucracy is hampering potential recovery efforts’: The college is calling for changes to rules which mean some IMGs cannot legally practise outside of their clinic during a time of natural disaster.
What motivates people to hand over their health data? New research has found the majority of people are willing to share their wearable health data if it will lead to improved care.
‘We’re human too’: GPs highlight mental health struggles Doctors are sporting their vibrant socks to mark Crazy Socks for Docs Day and to help break the stigma that persists around mental health.
Start date pushed back for new Aged Care Act Due to begin next month, the reforms will now start from 1 November, a decision one GP expert says will have ‘significant implications’.