AI scribe initiative to assess impact of new technology The project, set up by a PHN in New South Wales, is looking to add to the existing knowledge base about the use of AI scribes in general practice.
Study examines whether RSV vaccine lasts ‘at least three winters’ The results of a randomised controlled trial indicate an RSV vaccine could offer protection against the virus over three seasons in over 60s.
First look at early detection prostate cancer draft guidelines Currently out for consultation, the new guidelines reflect significant changes to the screening process.
Diabetes prevalence underestimated in Australia: Study Researchers have suggested the number of people living with diabetes could be more than a third higher than officially registered.
GPs missed in $1 billion mental health promise Labor’s Federal Election commitment to create ‘more free mental health services’ includes new dedicated walk-in clinics, but the college fears this will only further fragment care.
Sexual misconduct to be permanently listed on public register The passing of the new laws means some tribunal findings will remain on healthcare professionals’ public record in perpetuity.
Could the pharmacist in general practice model expand? A Symposium has examined how the model can work sustainably, with the RACGP saying it supports the move only if it can be made to work with funding.
Stephen Duckett speaks to ‘transformative’ long-term changes for GPs Ahead of his keynote speech at the RACGP’s upcoming Practice Owners Conference, the high-profile health economist says GPs must think about how to adapt.
‘A potent force’: Editor shares vision for AJGP With more than a third of articles written by GPs this year, the journal’s new Editor-in-Chief says AJGP is a ‘powerful channel’.
RSV infant immunisation programs now open across Australia As RSV case numbers grow, all states and territories have now launched programs to help protect infants against the infection.