Jon Solmundson

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is a journalist, now working as an RACGP communications officer.

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GPs can expect an on-the-ground change on 1 November this year, when the new Medicare Healthy Kids Check is due to commence.

Thriving Kids rollout begins: What GPs need to know

The first stage of the reform is now live, and with GPs set to play a central role in early intervention and family support, what is changing?

The DVA’s Chief Health Officer said the new recognition aims to ‘encourage deeper skill development and make specialist GP expertise in veterans’ health more visible’.

New recognition for GPs with veterans’ health skills

To make GPs’ skillset in military medicine and veterans’ health ‘more visible’, the RACGP is launching a program to mark ANZAC Day.

Dr Damian Gill was a mentee on the RACGP’s Mentoring Program, which he says ‘exceeded his expectations’. (Image supplied)

Mentoring Program ‘lays groundwork for a great experience’

With applications now open for the 2026 cohort, two past participants highlight the value of the RACGP’s Mentoring Program.

Researchers said tramadol use for pain relief should be ‘minimised to the greatest extent possible’.

‘Concerning’ findings from new tramadol study

Researchers analysed data from multiple trials, finding an elevated risk of heart disease with little benefit to patients suffering chronic pain.