They aim to bolster COVID-19, flu, and RSV jabs, but an expert says the ‘generic’ campaigns fail to leverage trust in GPs.

The RACGP is urging DoHDA to avoid using AI tools to monitor compliance where possible, saying there are significant risks involved.

As the group marks its anniversary, it has been praised for showing the role of doctors ‘extends beyond the consult room’.

Queensland GPs gathered at State Parliament this week to deliver flu vaccinations and sound advice ahead of this year’s flu season. 

To make GPs’ skillset in military medicine and veterans’ health ‘more visible’, the RACGP is launching a program to mark ANZAC Day.

The State Government has also confirmed how many GPs have undertaken new training, and the estimated savings for patients.

Pressures on rural general practice contribute ‘heavily to avoidable emergency presentations’, a Senate inquiry has been told.

The RACGP’s NSW faculty says the State Government’s failure to consult GPs on its pharmacist pill prescribing plan ‘damages trust’.

With less than two weeks until the annual survey closes, the RACGP is reminding members that their insights drive change in general practice.

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A Cochrane review says the efficacy of amyloid-targeting drugs is ‘trivial’. Two GPs say it’s a premature call.

While the national leader in transgender health has retired from general practice, her advocacy work will continue.

Rates of chronic pain are rising, and GPs have a key role in proactive intervention and coordinating care across disciplines, writes Dr Adele Stewart.

Cases of the bacterial disease in the Kimberley region have more than tripled in a short time, raising concern over vaccination rates.

Analysis of recent data shows an almost 30% drop in prescriptions, described as the ‘first real correction’ in the market.

This week, Four Corners delved into data showing huge variation in prescription rates, raising concerns about misdiagnosis – and missed diagnoses.

The RACGP has partnered with Sparked, an initiative to standardise communication across the health sector, writes Dr Rob Hosking.

From 15 May this year, eligibility for a free RSV vaccine will expand to those aged over 75 for the first time.

A Queensland program is helping patients avoid common challenges accessing specialist services, such as high costs, delays and deteriorating health.

A new generation of GPs came together in Far North Queensland last week to mark the start of life as RACGP Fellows.