‘Really encouraging’ first RACGP meeting with new health minister A group from the college has visited the incoming Minister for Health and Aged Care Mark Butler as he gets his feet under a new desk in Canberra.
Pandemic prompts massive spike in My Health Record use Immunisation details and PCR results have raised the database’s profile, but queries remain about its reliability and usage among general practices.
Free flu vaccinations: Everything GPs need to know Universally free flu vaccines are now available – in theory at least – across all Australian states. Here, newsGP sums up the latest details.
First real-world studies on COVID-19 oral antivirals emerge Pre-print studies are beginning to flesh out understanding of efficacy, suggesting Paxlovid may have a greater impact – particularly on at-risk older people.
‘Never underestimate the power of a GP’: Dr Daniel Byrne’s story In support of CrazySocks4Docs, the Chair of RACGP South Australia and Northern Territory shares his own mental health struggles and how he coped.
‘Not right at all’: College outlines concerns on AHPRA bill The RACGP has filed a submission strongly criticising suggested legislation that would allow information regarding complaints to be made public before investigations are complete.
Mark Butler confirmed as Minister for Health and Aged Care The newly appointed minister will be key to shaping the future of primary care under the Albanese Government.
Why GPs’ self-care matters: Jono’s devastating story Dr Jonathan Morling took his own life earlier this year. His wife, Caroline, talks to newsGP about her drive to improve mental health outcomes for doctors.
No plans for fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose for GPs The Department of Health has indicated that healthcare workers are more at risk of getting COVID-19 in the community than at work.
Less than 10% of under-fives vaccinated against flu As influenza cases rise sharply, a poll conducted by the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne suggests many parents are unaware of the risks.