Concern for rural practices as IV fluid shortage bites The TGA is working to find suitable alternatives, with the unprecedented shortage expected to last at least until the end of the year.
New PSR boss seeks to reassure GPs As he embarks on a three-year term in the top job, Antonio Di Dio wants to dispel myths that the watchdog is a ‘scary, hidden monster’.
Malnutrition rife in aged care: Study Forty per cent of people living in residential care are malnourished, 6% severely, according to the largest study of its kind ever carried out.
RACGP President candidates revealed Five GPs from across Australia have put their hand up to lead the college for the next two years, with voting to open next month.
GPs being left out of patients’ IBD treatment GPs are being kept in the dark about their patients with IBD, with an audit finding communication with other specialists and hospitals is lacking.
GP named next AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen will take over the leadership in October and says her priority is advocating for greater investment into general practice.
‘An incredible opportunity’: Nominate for RACGP Awards Past winner Dr Jean-Baptiste Philibert said his award was the foot in the door which changed his life, now he is encouraging others to nominate.
Pregnancy diet could improve child’s heart health: Study Researchers found eating a high-fibre diet while pregnant may reduce the child’s CVD risk, but one GP expert says it is too early to tell.
‘I don’t have any doubt whether I’m making a difference’ The RACGP has launched a GP training campaign to attract the next generation of doctors to the profession, as graduates spruik a job in the bush.
‘Concerning’: Study finds 90% of welders exposed to carcinogens Experts fear the fumes could become the new asbestos or silica after research uncovered the issue’s true scale, with GPs urged to help educate their patients.