RACGP welcomes new Victorian Health Minister Martin Foley comes to the role following the resignation of Jenny Mikakos.
Saving lives and money: Report provides ‘powerful economic argument’ for primary care funding New research shows increased investment in preventive health would pay for itself many times over.
Australia’s rural communities to benefit from $115m funding injection The extension of the Rural Health Outreach Fund promises to bring doctors and health professionals to patients in remote areas.
General practice accreditation process due to recommence On-site assessments of the RACGP’s Standards for general practices will resume from 26 October.
Government extends Medicare subsidies for telehealth until March 2021 The RACGP has welcomed the decision, while urging GP involvement in a more long-term plan.
Telehealth likely to be extended beyond 30 September The RACGP has welcomed news the Federal Government will likely move to extend Medicare subsidies for telehealth.
GPs see more than 90% of permanent aged care residents: Report And they see each resident an average of around twice a month, according to the latest AIHW figures.
‘Nudge’ letters prompt sustained drop in antibiotic prescribing It is estimated GPs issued around 190,000 fewer antibiotic prescriptions as a result of the compliance campaign.
What is expected of Australia’s doctors? New code of conduct revealed The Medical Board’s updated code will come into effect from October and includes new sections on vexatious complaints and social media use.
Questions regarding over-the-counter CBD products in pharmacies Australia’s first authorised GP prescriber of medicinal cannabis says making it easier for doctors to prescribe would be a safer way to increase access.