Expanded scope ‘for anyone except general practice’ One GP is speaking out about concerns doctors are being left behind in Australia’s healthcare system, warning of dire consequences for both the sector and wider community.
AHPRA should not handle minor complaints: Review The suggestion was among 26 recommendations for an ‘ambitious’ suite of reforms in a review of the regulation of health professionals.
Health ministers endorse need to align ADHD rules Support for the move was confirmed on the same day GPs offered a ‘commonsense pathway’ to deliver nationally consistent and accessible ADHD care to their patients.
Unplanned pregnancy risks flagged for GLP-1s GPs’ role in discussing reproductive health plans stressed after new Australian study highlights link between GLP-1 use and unintended conceptions.
New child mental health guidelines released Designed for use in early childhood health checks, the guidelines support GPs to consider mental health in a holistic way.
Celebrating a decade of collaboration and care RACGP Specific Interests Obesity Management’s 10-year anniversary comes at a pivotal time in obesity care in general practice.
Warning after melatonin sales suspended As an online retailer pauses melatonin supplement sales in Australia, it prompts an expert to call for a rethink on how children’s sleep issues are approached.
Rural healthcare in crisis: New report reveals $8.35b funding gap Lives are at risk and rural GPs are working with ‘almost non-existent’ services – a new report lays bare the ballooning funding shortfall facing rural patients and doctors alike.
New Alzheimer’s drug deemed ‘unsuitable’ for PBS Donanemab is the first new treatment for early Alzheimer’s in Australia in more than two decades – but the PBAC says the risks outweigh the benefits.
Grassroots GPs’ backlash against incentive split decision Following the Government’s call to divide the new bulk-billing loading, newsGP asks GPs for their reaction – with many deeply unhappy with the move.