Extension to subsidised SMS e-scripts ‘needs long-term plan’ The SMS fees will continue to be reimbursed until September, but some GPs are concerned about the uncertainty once the current extension expires.
Collaborate and ‘design a way forward’ towards reconciliation newsGP talks to allyship leaders about the steps GPs can take to promote national reconciliation.
Semaglutide shortage prompts caution around off-label prescribing GPs are being asked to prioritise the drug for people with diabetes, but with supplies critically low, what are the alternatives?
In Practice: Global general practice comparisons Next month, GPs can gain insight into the UK and Australia’s COVID-19 and CVD experiences in general practice, via two special seminars.
Overwhelming response to Health of the Nation A growing undercurrent of stress and frustration appears to have been the driving force behind record participation in this year’s survey.
Australia records fifth Japanese encephalitis death The latest confirmed death has prompted health authorities to remind GPs of their role in vaccination uptake.
Q&A with WONCA World President-elect Associate Professor Karen Flegg discusses the significance of World Family Doctor Day and the 2023 WONCA World Conference.
Key updates to ‘living’ stroke guidelines The first major update since 2018 contains several new strong recommendations for the management of stroke.
Should paracetamol be up scheduled? The TGA has launched a review to inform whether changes to the scheduling and access controls of paracetamol are necessary.
Update to national asthma guidelines The Australian Asthma Handbook V2.2 includes information on exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, vaping and newly available medications.