Issuing targeted feedback to GPs who are the country’s highest pathology requestors was found to have a ‘substantial’ impact – despite not all doctors taking kindly to the approach.

It found the supplements have little benefit to older peoples’ fall and fracture risk, but a GP expert urges ‘important caveats’.

Ahead of National Reconciliation Week, the RACGP is promoting events to support members to contribute to achieving reconciliation.

The ADHA framework sets out a blueprint for coordinating digital standards, as My Health Record grows and GPs push for interoperability.

Amid an escalation in illegal imports, the watchdog sat down with newsGP to discuss the alarming trend, the laws, and how GPs can remain compliant.

In an RACGP advocacy win, Queensland has extended free FluMist eligibility to children aged 6–17 who struggle with needles.

There may be a role for semaglutide, but GPs remain key in managing asthma in patients, says a respiratory expert.

Blood pressure and physical activity checks in primary schools are part of a strategy to ‘shift the dial’ on rising obesity rates.

GPs are accusing Government of not understanding the complexities of general practice as more details of its $25.3m NSW market intervention emerge.

GPs are urged to remain vigilant as Australia’s largest outbreak in decades impacts patients in the NT, WA, SA, and Queensland.

‘Compassionate care in a digital world’ is the theme of this year’s World Family Doctor Day, reflecting GPs’ enduring role.

The device is now an option for IUD insertion or removal at all Victorian women’s sexual and reproductive health hubs.

The clinical statement offers GPs guidance on obesity and CVD, recognising GLP-1s have ‘changed the landscape’ as PBS negotiations come under scrutiny.

Doctors have joined a new campaign to tackle the misconceptions preventing patients getting the best possible care.

As Chief Health Officer at the DVA, Dr Steph Davis tells newsGP how she is working to make a difference in a challenging environment

Early research shows a ‘phenomenal’ shift in admissions – a turnaround one expert says underscores GPs’ role in patients’ vaccination understanding.

Six passengers are now quarantining in Australia – what does this mean for GPs and what should they do to prepare?

Two RACGP webinars will discuss the plan, which could have significant implications for prescribing and diagnostic responsibilities.

A study found the benefits of on-the-spot tests last beyond the consulting room, resulting in longer-term gains for patients.

Its position statement urges tightened regulations to protect patient safety and prevent ‘excessive and inappropriate’ prescribing and fragmented care.