Mental health hospital presentations increase by 61% Emergency departments are back to pre-pandemic highs, with an ongoing gap in mental health services pushing a rise in at-risk patients.
Travel medicine in a new era One expert examines what questions GPs can expect and the best advice to give.
In Practice: mental health training Eligible GPs who complete Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training will receive a subsidy and have the chance to provide their feedback.
Honouring achievement in rural general practice RACGP Rural has announced the four recipients of its annual awards.
‘Building bridges between primary care, research, and health policy’ A recent recipient of a research scholarship and RACGP Academic Post wants to combine her skills to make a positive impact.
In Practice: Self-care for GPs and patients How can GPs practice what they preach by carrying out self-care, while also encouraging patients to do the same?
What medicines are prescribed the most in Australia? While statin medications take the lion’s share, antidepressants are being prescribed more, and antibiotics less.
Recognise and respond: White Book update guides GPs The new edition draws on evidence of what victims and survivors want from health professionals when responding to abuse and violence.
In Practice: Tracking GPs’ experience of digital tools The RACGP is running a survey to understand the systems used in general practices, technology challenges, and where future investment is needed.
COVID recognition: RACGP allocates extra 25 CPD points The move comes as part of new CPD support from the college to acknowledge members for their work throughout the pandemic.