Will generative AI have a role in general practice? When a newsGP article looked into privacy concerns around the use of tools such as ChatGPT, readers wondered about the broader picture.
RACGP calls for end to immigration detention Advocates hope a new position statement, released on World Refugee Day, will pave the way for better care of Australia’s most marginalised patients.
Professor Michael Kidd to step down from DoH The former RACGP President, who was one of the most high-profile officials dealing with the COVID-19 response, is moving on.
‘We need to act’: Junk food advertising bill tabled Proposed new laws would stop unhealthy food from being advertised from 6.00 am – 9.30 pm to help protect children.
Sophie Scamps’ first year as the new doctor in the House The former GP was elected to Federal Parliament in May 2022. A little more than 12 months on, how is she finding the role?
Push to improve links between hospitals and general practice The connection between GPs and hospitals can be fraught. Dr Edwin Kruys describes a Queensland system he believes is making a difference.
Health response to climate change heats up A new national health and climate strategy is now out for feedback. What role is likely for general practice?
GPs well placed to help tackle ADHD ‘postcode lottery’: RACGP General practice should have an expanded role in supporting patients, the college has told a Senate Inquiry.
‘Extremely unwise’: Warning over use of ChatGPT for medical notes The use of tools like ChatGPT for medical notes has already been banned in places. Here, newsGP looks at the implications for general practice.
‘I thought it was spam’: GP receives honour for COVID work Melbourne GP is among dozens of RACGP Fellows who have been recognised for their dedicated service in the King’s Birthday Honours list.