Coalition vows $100 million for rural healthcare The election promise includes upgrading regional medical training facilities and regional medical Commonwealth Supported Places.
In Practice: Health of the Nation survey now open The focus is ‘multidisciplinary team care and preventive health activities’, with GPs urged to inform the RACGP’s advocacy.
Warning issued as measles cases surge GPs have once again been urged to take precautions, with 59 measles cases reported this year – more than the entirety of 2024.
New guidance on antibiotic use for childhood acute otitis media The new addition to the RACGP’s First do no harm guide walks GPs through treatment recommendations and shared decision making with patients.
Mental health impacts of rising temperatures ‘detrimental’ Researchers say climate change will up the burden of mental and behavioural disorders by 50% by 2050, and health systems must be enabled to adapt.
‘Underestimated’: Serious health impact of flooding revealed A study found communities face a 26% increased risk of serious disease after a flood, with the ongoing strain on healthcare lasting up to 210 days.
Toowoomba hosts first RACGP Fellowship ceremony The 57 new Fellows and two Rural Generalists of the RACGP have been congratulated as they embark on their careers.
Further ADHD medication shortages GPs and patients have been warned to plan ahead, with Ritalin tablets already in shortage and further impacts on the way.
Have your say: Health of the Nation survey now open After last year’s survey helped create tangible changes, GPs are urged to once again help shape the future of general practice.
‘Hearing real stories is what makes the difference’ An RACGP WA roundtable has brought together grassroots GPs and politicians to discuss and advocate for meaningful change.