‘Come and see us – it could save your life’ With 120,000 Australians developing diabetes in the past 12 months alone, the RACGP has renewed calls for patients to visit their GP early.
Ten million Australians living with multimorbidity New data shows 38% of people have two or more chronic conditions, with anxiety and depression the most common co-occurring conditions.
Health Department speaks on Medicare compliance The DoHDA reveals the most common non-compliance activities and the practicalities of GPs remaining compliant, as well as acknowledging the anxiety it can cause.
Could a Parkinson’s injection be on the way? Researchers hope their injection, which delivers a steady dose of levodopa and carbidopa across a week, could be a ‘game-changer’.
HealthLink announces new options following GP feedback New ‘Professional’ and ‘Essential’ products are on the way following consultation with the RACGP. It comes as HealthLink admits previous plans to roll out paid subscriptions ‘missed the mark’.
In Practice: Early Career GP conference Designed by GPs for GPs, the conference will explore the things doctors need to know as early career GPs, preparing them for what is ahead.
RACGP reaffirms Uluru Statement commitment This NAIDOC Week, a new position statement reiterates the college’s support for the three pillars of voice, treaty and truth.
AMSA Convention a ‘wonderful space to find community’ More than 800 future doctors spent the weekend attending academic sessions, networking, and gaining exposure to all specialties.
NAIDOC Week: ‘Galvanise change and shape the future’ Themed ‘The next generation: Strength, vision and legacy’, the week celebrates and recognises history, culture and achievements.
Providers and private insurers to develop ‘patient-focused’ standards A new Telehealth Standards Consortium includes Medibank, Eucalyptus, and Healthdirect, with the RACGP a consultation partner to ensure ‘safe access that does not devalue general practice’.