New falls prevention guidelines released GPs are urged to conduct annual screens of older people’s risk of falls, following the first update to national guidelines in 16 years.
Worrying signs as peak flu season draws near The RACGP is urging all states to rollout free flu jabs this month to combat a surge in cases and lower-than-ideal vaccination rates.
Push for weight-loss drugs’ PBS listing ramps up The Health Minister has asked the PBAC for advice on equitable access to medicines for obesity, while GPs say the time is right for subsidised treatment.
NSW man dies from rare lyssavirus Authorities are reminding the community to avoid touching bats following the state’s first confirmed case of Australian bat lyssavirus.
First phase of GP ADHD reforms revealed GPs will be able to resupply ADHD medication in NSW from September under an initial rollout of wider treatment reforms.
Smoking cessation GP consults skyrocket Research has found a 16-fold rise in consults in just two years, corresponding with temporary smoking cessation Medicare items.
‘Embedding inequity right from the get-go’ A study of 50,000 GP consults has led to calls for an investment overhaul, after revealing ‘clear differences’ in children’s access to care depending on socioeconomic status.
TGA boosts medical device safety GPs are encouraged to explore new safety measures, which the authority says will empower patients using medical devices.
Are Australian vaping laws effective or falling short? New data sheds light on the uptake of vapes through the Federal Government’s pharmacy scheme, as GPs raise concerns about illicit sales.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program begins Australia’s first new screening program in 20 years has begun, with GPs at the coalface urged to prepare themselves for the initiative.