Proposed AHPRA changes show ‘worrying disregard’ for practitioner wellbeing GPs are at risk of becoming scapegoats should planned amendments to national regulatory principles go ahead, an RACGP submission states.
‘Disconnect’ between health and disability behind slow vaccine rollout GPs have reportedly been underutilised in attempts to carry out perhaps the most complicated part of the national COVID vaccination program.
European regulator says Pfizer can be stored in fridges for 31 days Should the TGA follow suit, it could pave the way for greater general practice involvement in the COVID vaccine rollout.
Public hospitals ‘completely overrun’ due to COVID delays State health ministers across the country reportedly did not expect the record demand placed on tertiary care following a 10% drop in GP presentations, despite warnings.
No obvious barriers for GP involvement in potential Moderna rollout Existing infrastructure should allow general practices to take part in the administration of up to 25 million doses of the mRNA COVID vaccine once it is approved for use in Australia.
‘Nervous’ wait for aerosol guidelines following another HQ leak Consensus guidelines on face mask and eye protection against COVID are currently with ICEG for review.
Budget breakdown: What can GPs expect? This year’s Federal Budget is heavily focused on post-pandemic recovery, as well as addressing gaps identified in aged care and mental health.
RACGP welcomes $1.8b in primary care funding But President Dr Karen Price has said more support is needed to maintain and improve quality GP patient services.
National vaccine program key driver in reduced COVID cases: Study Real-world data has added further weight to the potential public health benefits of mass-vaccination against the coronavirus.
Full clarity on telehealth extension not expected until Federal Budget But the Department of Health has revealed which mental health phone consultation MBS item numbers will remain beyond 30 June.