‘Hybrid immunity’ enough to protect healthcare workers: DoH New advice indicates there is not enough evidence to support offering healthcare workers a fourth ‘winter dose’.
Fact sheet clarifies billing rights when using interpreters GPs and patients can access longer attendance items should the use of translation services require an extended consultation.
Text reminders mooted for at-risk COVID-19 patients The Federal Health Minister has asked department officials for advice on ways of further raising awareness of oral antiviral treatments.
Government launches flu and COVID vaccine campaign At-risk patients have also been encouraged to talk to GPs about oral antiviral treatments if they are infected with COVID-19.
‘A critical enabler’: Telehealth successes and failings in focus A college submission to the ANAO highlights the positive impact of telehealth, as well as the enormous challenges created by rule changes and compliance.
Health Secretary urged to delay telehealth rule changes Proposed changes to MBS claiming rules should be further deferred, the RACGP has said in a letter to Professor Brendan Murphy.
‘Serious concerns’: RACGP criticises pharmacy pain trial Issues related to fragmentation and the quality of care provided were highlighted in a detailed college submission to the MSAC.
National Cabinet commits to healthcare review The planned assessment of funding arrangements reform options is a chance to secure the future of general practice, according to the RACGP.
GPs needed to inform nurse practitioner arrangements A review is underway to shape best practice collaborative care arrangements and clearly define the embedded roles, and the college wants member input.
The importance of good professional relationships SPONSORED: Patient safety, not personal rivalries, must be the focus for healthcare professionals, writes Daniel Spencer from MDA National.