In Practice: Medical Training Survey now open AHPRA’s annual survey gives an insight into experiences across medical specialties and helps to amplify the voice of GPs in training.
Stimulants driving ‘concerning’ rise in harm Latest data shows amphetamine-type stimulants account for most of the overall increase in drug-related hospitalisations and deaths.
In Practice: Medical registration renewal With registrations open from next week until 30 September, Australia’s health regulator is recommending GPs register early.
RACGP warns against ‘Robodebt style’ automated decision-making The college raises concerns around a potential lack of human oversight and review mechanisms for practice payment processes in reaction to new health legislation.
In Practice: General Practice in Addiction Conference GPs can gain practical skills and evidence-based strategies to help patients impacted by alcohol and other drugs at the upcoming event.
RACGP calls for clear pathways and support in dementia care The college has provided feedback as an overhaul of the decade-old dementia guidelines for best practice clinical care is underway.
Examiner role reflects diversity of general practice As results of the latest RACGP Fellowship exam are released, one rural GP praises the ‘valuable opportunities’ being an examiner offers.
‘Shadow wait lists’ leaving GPs’ patients lingering in limbo New data says two thirds of GPs are dissatisfied with public referral pathways, as they lay bare the human cost of health system backlogs.
In Practice: Stay up to date with pharmacy prescribing reform An upcoming event will keep members updated on scope of practice changes, guidance to support them, and RACGP advocacy priorities.
RSV tops most notified respiratory virus Cases are surpassing flu and COVID, with a GP expert saying lack of awareness is a driver as ‘people still get their head around it’.