Questions over company selected for national COVID vaccine booking system Concerns relate to HealthEngine’s past misuse of patient data, the selection process, impact on competition, and the need for a national online booking system.
Researchers ignite hope for new osteoporosis treatments The discovery of a new type of bone cell may present a pathway for new therapies for skeletal disease.
New online toolkit to help streamline Heart Health Checks Developed with input from GPs, the new tool aims to assist practices in better engaging and recalling eligible patients to boost screening rates.
COVID vaccine rollout: What GPs can learn from one doctor’s trial run As the nationwide rollout of AstraZeneca approaches, GP Dr Mukesh Haikerwal reveals the logistical realities exposed during a three-hour run through at his clinic.
Thousands of general practices to receive COVID vaccine doses within weeks A change in strategy will see all 4600 participating practices added to the rollout over four weeks, allowing more patients to be vaccinated by their own GP.
TGA to provide further clarity on vaccine advertising guidelines The move comes after a request from RACGP President Dr Karen Price.
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.