Better pregnancy health labels on alcohol a ‘whole-of-community issue’ Healthcare organisations and individuals around Australia are calling for clear and consistent labelling to expand harm-minimisation strategies.
Advancing the profession of general practice: AJGP Professor Grant Russell, new Chair of the AJGP Editorial Advisory Committee, discusses the journal’s place on the general practice landscape.
RACGP aged care standards out for second review Following initial consultation last year, the college is seeking further feedback to its standards for aged care. newsGP details key updates.
Patient charter updated to align with Standards The update helps promote mutual understanding of the roles and responsibilities of patients and GPs while adhering to national healthcare rights.
Building readiness to deal with family violence New funding and an innovative research model will help reinforce GPs’ key role in identifying and responding to issues of abuse and violence.
COVID-19, healthy habits and emotional wellbeing Lifestyle changes during the pandemic and their association with mental health have come into focus with two recent studies.
Professional support over the general practice continuum The RACGP’s new remediation suite provides guidance for managing performance concerns at any stage of a general practice career.
Cigarette substitute on hold The Therapeutic Goods Administration has announced an interim decision to ban the sale of heat-not-burn tobacco products in Australia.
RACGP President congratulates GPs on Queen’s Birthday honours GPs throughout Australia have been recognised for their valuable contributions to the country’s healthcare.
It’s okay not to be okay: CrazySocks4Docs Day kicks off Healthcare professionals around Australia have taken to social media, donning their crazy socks to support workplace wellbeing.