Meet Australia’s new Rural Health Commissioner Professor Jenny May will address the RACGP Rural Member Forum next week, sharing her insights and plans for the future of regional healthcare.
Subsidised RSV vaccines for SA infants The State Government will roll out the new program in winter next year, with subsidised vaccines for unprotected newborns and high-risk children.
ED visits soaring amid GP shortages New data reveals the NSW health system is under ‘unprecedented pressure’ but GP accessibility is key to relieving that burden.
ACT Labor commits to training and payroll tax relief The RACGP welcomes the party’s election vows, including expanding GPs’ role in ADHD diagnosis and bulk-billing incentives.
Expert urges GPs to make time for self-care amid burnout GPs must ‘re-evaluate how we design our work day’, and look after themselves, not just their patients, says one GP24 keynote speaker.
RACGP unveils Scope of Practice Review insights With the final report imminent, the college reveals concerns its ‘simplistic framing misunderstands the principles of good primary care’.
New dementia data shows proactive care planning is key Just 51% of dementia patients living in the community had a GP CDM attendance, leading one expert to call for more proactive and continuous care.
RACGP launches Queensland election platform The college is calling on the next State Government to commit $56 million to incentivise 2000 GPs in training, and to cut red tape.
In Practice: Have your say on MBS Online The DoHAC is encouraging GPs to share their views on the website’s functionality and user experience to help shape its future.
Mounjaro expanded to include weight management The TGA has approved tirzepatide for the treatment of overweight and obesity for those with comorbidities, via private prescription.