In a landmark achievement reflecting decades of community-led effort, the WHO confirmed trachoma is no longer a public health risk.

The call is part of a college submission ahead of the State Budget, as the faculty engages with politicians from across the spectrum.

The college is inviting member nominations for a vacancy on the RACGP Expert Committee – Standards for General Practices.

A decision to limit the prescribing of preservative-free eye drops to eye specialists has been rescinded after opposition from the RACGP.

An educational series examines how Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners add value to care models.

The RACGP says a focus on attracting GPs to the NT is encouraging, but addressing shortages requires ‘sustained, long‑term action’.

As the NDIS begins a major overhaul, the college says GPs must be enshrined in the scheme as ‘responsible custodians’ of resources for those living with disabilities.

A study highlights ‘potential missed diagnostic opportunities’ when patients present to GPs with bowel cancer-related symptoms.

Eli Lilly will not list tirzepatide on the PBS for type 2 diabetes despite PBAC recommendation, claiming the advice came with ‘unrealistic’ price conditions.

Eleven new endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics have rolled out in general practices, with all 33 promised clinics now operating.

Barriers for GPs and resistance from pharmacists are contributing to low uptake, according to the latest analysis.

They aim to bolster COVID-19, flu, and RSV jabs, but an expert says the ‘generic’ campaigns fail to leverage trust in GPs.

The RACGP is urging DoHDA to avoid using AI tools to monitor compliance where possible, saying there are significant risks involved.

As the group marks its anniversary, it has been praised for showing the role of doctors ‘extends beyond the consult room’.

Queensland GPs gathered at State Parliament this week to deliver flu vaccinations and sound advice ahead of this year’s flu season. 

To make GPs’ skillset in military medicine and veterans’ health ‘more visible’, the RACGP is launching a program to mark ANZAC Day.

The State Government has also confirmed how many GPs have undertaken new training, and the estimated savings for patients.

Pressures on rural general practice contribute ‘heavily to avoidable emergency presentations’, a Senate inquiry has been told.

The RACGP’s NSW faculty says the State Government’s failure to consult GPs on its pharmacist pill prescribing plan ‘damages trust’.

With less than two weeks until the annual survey closes, the RACGP is reminding members that their insights drive change in general practice.