Fears aged care antipsychotics proposal could impede patient care The royal commission’s recommendation would restrict GPs’ ability to prescribe antipsychotics for people receiving residential aged care.
The moving parts of a nationwide vaccine rollout One of the largest logistical efforts in Australian general practice history will commence in less than a week.
Addressing vaccine hesitancy in CALD communities From cultural and religious beliefs to mistrusting government – how can GPs best address any concerns during the vaccine rollout?
Testosterone or exercise – which boosts vascular function more? New research, focusing on middle-aged and older men, has found one to be more effective than the other.
Calls to reduce breast cancer screening age spark overdiagnosis fears New research suggests screening from age 40 has better outcomes for reducing breast cancer mortality. But is that really the case?
GP input key to vaccine uptake for more than 60% of Australians General practice will play a leading role in addressing COVID vaccination hesitancy and attempts at ‘vaccine shopping’.
Global COVID vaccination drive shows promise as Australian rollout begins With more than 205 million doses administered worldwide, Australia now has access to invaluable real-world data.
Could a GP-led mass vaccination hub in Victoria set a national template? Grandstands around the country could be used to ramp up Australia’s COVID vaccine drive, following collaborative RACGP advocacy.
What the TGA means by ‘case-by-case’ basis for over 65s The approval of the Oxford University/AstraZeneca vaccine has raised some unanswered questions, but RACGP President Dr Karen Price says GPs are still well equipped to handle the rollout.
Three-hour mandatory vaccination training fails to consider GP expertise The RACGP is strongly advocating for any education and training to address GPs’ needs and avoid taking up critical time.