RACGP joins fight against asthma med change The college has written to the PBAC Chair about potential grave consequences for families due to new restrictions on fluticasone propionate 50 mcg.
In Practice: Update on medicine shortages reforms The TGA has provided information on expanded powers to import and supply important discontinued medicines under section 19A.
New asthma first aid chart for combination inhalers A prominent GP has said it is important for clinicians to be aware of the guidance, so that everyone is on ‘the same page’.
Specialist colleges in united front against pharmacy prescribing Allowing pharmacists to prescribe Schedule 4 medications has been described as ‘inconsistent with good practice’.
Intermittent semaglutide availability until at least June Supply issues will remain while the medicine’s sponsor ‘continues to build stable stock supplies over coming weeks and months’.
New home for ‘on the go’ CPD The myCPD app is designed let members manage their continuing professional development from anywhere, on any device.
Review finds nature prescriptions benefit physical and mental health A meta-analysis of 28 studies found recipients had reduced blood pressure, as well as lower depression and anxiety scores.
Rural visit lays foundation for enhanced GP training RACGP representatives have strengthened ties with rural training stakeholders during a recent trip to Broken Hill.
‘Immeasurable loss’: Confirmed closure of 60 practices in four years Underfunding and workforce shortages have seen scores of general practices close since the pandemic. Vulnerable patients are likely to suffer most.
Pharmacy reform could save more than $800m annually Allowing patients two months’ supply of some medications would halve dispensing fees, the RACGP has said.