Japanese encephalitis vaccine boost The Victorian Government has announced a $2.3 million vaccine rollout for those living in at-risk areas.
‘It’s time to stop pretending that women’s pain doesn’t exist’ GPs want more education and support to meet women’s pain care needs, a landmark report has revealed.
Funding boost for SA lung cancer screening A $3 million investment by the SA Government has been welcomed by the RACGP as a further aid to early detection.
Expand stillbirth education for GPs: RACGP GPs should be supported to upskill in shared care to better support devastated families, the college has told SA Parliament.
SA unveils GP ADHD training program The RACGP-led training will see around 100 GPs able to diagnose and manage ADHD from February, with EOIs opening this week.
Prioritise mental health in climate policies: GPs As summer nears, GPs have travelled to Canberra to urge MPs to give mental health a seat at the climate crisis policy table.
PBAC urges COVID-19 antivirals’ removal from doctor’s bag A review says a changed ‘clinical landscape’ warrants the removal of the two most costly components from Prescriber Bags.
GP training incentives detail revealed The RACGP has welcomed the Federal Government’s approval and release of full details of its ‘long overdue’ incentives package.
Rural miscarriage care ‘fragmented, dismissive’ A report lays bare the gaps in rural early pregnancy loss care, but one expert says it’s left GPs out of its recommended reforms.
Heart disease and dementia remain banes of Australian health We’re living longer, but ischaemic heart disease and Alzheimer’s remain key drivers of Australian ill health, says a global study.