GPs reminded about proper care of vaccines An instance of incorrect storage has prompted health authorities to issue a blanket reminder about the importance of adhering to national guidelines.
NSW pledges $10 billion for ‘hospital building blitz’ The state’s 2019–20 budget includes funding for more than 40 new and upgraded hospital builds, but GPs and primary care go unmentioned.
Weaning off antidepressants: How can GPs help? More than three million Australians were prescribed antidepressants last financial year, but what happens when a patient wishes to stop?
Voluntary assisted dying: What GPs need to know With Victoria’s legislation set to come into effect – and other states considering similar laws – newsGP examines regulations, eligibility, functionality and other structures of what is a major change in Australian healthcare.
Food labelling: When is a medicine not a medicine? Concerns have been raised over alleged double standards regarding the regulation of food products promoted as having ‘special medical purposes’.
Behind the scenes at the PBAC Outgoing RACGP representative Rashmi Sharma pulls back the curtain after 10 years on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee.
Primary care gets small slice of the funding pie Nearly 90% of Australia’s healthcare spending in 2016 was used to fund hospital and ambulatory services, and medical goods.
Fear of ‘perfect storm’ with opioid prescribing and terminally ill patients A prominent academic wants to alleviate GPs’ concerns about potential professional repercussions – and prevent them from leaving palliative care.
Evidence of PPI danger grows Extended use of common heartburn medication has been linked to potentially fatal cardiovascular disease, stomach cancer and chronic kidney disease.
No evidence behind ADHD medication dosages Researchers want clarity on maximum doses due to fears arbitrary guidelines are impacting the most ‘severely affected’ young people.