‘Heartbreaking’ outcomes amid mixed Closing the Gap progress While there is improvement in some areas others are going backwards, placing extra importance on the relationship between government and communities.
RACGP Rural celebrates excellence at GP22 Members representing every stage of the GP journey have received top honours for their work in rural and remote Australia.
New mental health care standards for GPs The updated standards were presented at GP22, with RACGP President Dr Nicole Higgins saying the need for mental health care is greater than ever.
Crisis Summit White Paper released Headline recommendations include an immediate increase to Medicare rebates, tripling the bulk billing incentive, and a reduction in red tape.
Message of hope kicks off GP22 RACGP leaders opened the conference by addressing the many troubles facing general practice – but also provided delegates with a vision for the future.
Mixed response to state’s GP workforce solutions The RACGP has welcomed a $32 million package to support GPs in training but is dismayed at the prospect of another pharmacy prescribing trial.
Medical groups warn of climate strain on health Increasing exposure to extreme conditions and the reduced capacity to respond are jeopardising Australians’ health, a new report has found.
MPs bridge political divide to address GP crisis A new nonpartisan Parliamentary Friends of General Practice group will aim to find solutions for the serious issues plaguing primary care in Australia.
Why the upcoming AGM votes matter RACGP members can make their voice heard on a number of important resolutions due to take place at the college’s annual general meeting.
In Practice: Last chance for early bird rates Discounted rates for next year’s International Medicine in Addiction conference are closing soon.