Updated concussion statement ‘game changing’ The guidance lays out ‘best practice’ on concussion’s prevention and treatment, but an omission has also sparked controversy.
Lower birthweight an independent risk factor for T2D: Study It is also linked to diagnosis at a younger age, a lower prevalence of overweight/obesity, and fewer family members with a history of diabetes.
In Practice: Updated PSR Guide The new guide outlines what doctors referred to the Professional Services Review can expect at each stage of the proces.
GP support for changes that would help end ‘cycle of poverty’ An RACGP submission has recommended several initiatives aimed at improving access to dental care.
Prime Minister confirms new Health Secretary appointment An experienced public servant has been tapped to fill the role being vacated by Professor Brendan Murphy.
‘Valuable’ Senator meeting hailed as a success RACGP representatives said important advocacy topics were covered, including extended dispensing, Medicare rebates and GP workforce.
Government unveils $50 million primary care research initiative The funding will aim to ‘drive innovative models of primary care’ as part of the ongoing push to reform Medicare.
In Practice: Rural health fracture management Rural and remote GPs can access information on the identification, management and treatment for less common fractures in a free new webinar.
New GP hub to provide ‘360-degree’ eating disorder support The digital platform is due to launch in the second half of 2023 and will offer a suite of tailored treatment options.
$2b health funding program ‘fell short of ethical requirements’: ANAO Executive oversight, risk and fraud management were deficient, while many grants were ‘inconsistent’ with rules and guidelines.