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  <title><![CDATA[‘Too early’ to say Alzheimer’s drugs don’t work, say GP experts]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/99a09014-1123-43ed-9302-69973d16288f/Too-early-to-say-Alzheimer-s-drugs-don-t-work-say-GP-experts.aspx'><p>A Cochrane review says the efficacy of amyloid-targeting drugs is &lsquo;trivial&rsquo;. Two GPs say it&rsquo;s a premature call.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:41:35 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/too-early-to-say-alzheimer-s-drugs-don-t-work-say?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[Dr Clara Tuck Meng Soo calls time on practice]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/fa35bb93-c3a4-48ca-9b32-2472bfa29970/Dr-Clara-Tuck-Meng-Soo-calls-time-on-practice.aspx'><p>While the national leader in transgender health has retired from general practice, her advocacy work will continue.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:14:57 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/professional/dr-clara-tuck-meng-soo-calls-time-on-practice?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[Pain without damage: What GPs need to understand]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/afaa93af-0722-4948-9f3f-512abb540c99/Pain-without-damage-What-GPs-need-to-understand.aspx'><p>Rates of chronic pain are rising, and GPs have a key role in proactive intervention and coordinating care across disciplines, writes Dr Adele Stewart.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:47:29 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/gp-opinion/pain-without-damage-what-gps-need-to-understand?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[Diphtheria outbreak grows in WA]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/2485c251-1932-416e-aa49-41a26bc1544b/Diphtheria-outbreak-grows-in-WA.aspx'><p>Cases of the bacterial disease in the Kimberley region have more than tripled in a short time, raising concern over vaccination rates.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:37:26 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/diphtheria-outbreak-grows-in-wa?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[Downturn in medicinal cannabis prescriptions]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/35949fb0-0a5a-4329-bb49-3b27870c1b78/Downturn-in-medicinal-cannabis-prescriptions.aspx'><p>Analysis of recent data shows an almost 30% drop in prescriptions, described as the &lsquo;first real correction&rsquo; in the market.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:41:43 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/downturn-in-medicinal-cannabis-prescriptions?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[Access to adult ADHD treatment under scrutiny]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/7e05596c-e05f-4956-97db-175e9cae6f4a/Access-to-adult-ADHD-treatment-under-scrutiny.aspx'><p>This week, Four Corners delved into data showing huge variation in prescription rates, raising concerns about misdiagnosis &ndash; and missed diagnoses.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:47:21 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/professional/access-to-adult-adhd-treatment-under-scrutiny?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[Interoperability: A marker of an optimal health system]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/b9754290-79bb-48c0-9f51-6fc8e9d5fc6e/Interoperability-A-marker-of-an-optimal-health-system.aspx'><p>The RACGP has partnered with Sparked, an initiative to standardise communication across the health sector, writes Dr Rob Hosking.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:38:04 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/gp-opinion/interoperability-a-marker-of-an-optimal-health-sys?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[‘Good progress’: RSV vaccine made free for older Australians]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/ec785582-b927-4203-99a2-68c79d5583a1/Good-progress-RSV-vaccine-made-free-for-older-Australians.aspx'><p>From 15 May this year, eligibility for a free RSV vaccine will expand to those aged over 75 for the first time.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:09:29 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/good-progress-rsv-vaccine-made-free-for-older-aust?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[GP advice service boosts continuity of care]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/3d2b8a21-d97b-4406-bbe7-a592171c6edf/GP-advice-service-boosts-continuity-of-care.aspx'><p>A Queensland program is helping patients avoid common challenges accessing specialist services, such as high costs, delays and deteriorating health.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:20:17 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/gp-advice-service-boosts-continuity-of-care?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[‘A uniquely rewarding career’: New GP Fellows celebrated in Cairns]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/d7a78cde-dea3-429e-9e6c-565458aecdf8/A-uniquely-rewarding-career-New-GP-Fellows-celebrated-in-Cairns.aspx'><p>A new generation of GPs came together in Far North Queensland last week to mark the start of life as RACGP Fellows.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:04:57 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/racgp/a-uniquely-rewarding-career-new-gp-fellows-celebra?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[Mentoring Program ‘lays groundwork for a great experience’]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/6fa84c1d-2da3-4a7d-b666-f96a289d5776/Mentoring-Program-lays-groundwork-for-a-great-experience.aspx'><p>With applications now open for the 2026 cohort, two past participants highlight the value of the RACGP&rsquo;s Mentoring Program. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:27:19 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/racgp/mentoring-program-lays-groundwork-for-a-great-expe?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[RACGP regional tour highlights ‘extraordinary work’ of practices]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/013762d3-1582-402b-ad62-1c94d42b125a/RACGP-regional-tour-highlights-extraordinary-work-of-practices.aspx'><p>An RACGP tour of regional Victoria&nbsp;has&nbsp;highlighted&nbsp;the&nbsp;&lsquo;extraordinary work&rsquo; of&nbsp;general&nbsp;practices&nbsp;and their critical role in&nbsp;communities.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:03:26 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/professional/racgp-regional-tour-highlights-extraordinary-work?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[Advances in diabetes technology and the importance of access]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/65dbcd44-7b2b-4b0e-8166-e5a5f8ca8378/Advances-in-diabetes-technology-and-the-importance-of-access.aspx'><p>&lsquo;It is vital that access gaps do not overshadow quality care&rsquo;,&nbsp;write&nbsp;Dr Ben Nash&nbsp;and&nbsp;Dr Morgan Rayner.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:27:34 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/gp-opinion/advances-in-diabetes-technology-and-the-importance?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[‘They have an enormous impact’: Call for more supervisor support]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/80fde1a1-3a16-4031-b9eb-b369328995ba/They-have-an-enormous-impact-Call-for-more-supervisor-support.aspx'><p>The RACGP<b> </b>has joined key primary care groups to highlight the crucial role of clinical supervisors in shaping the next generation of GPs.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:42:23 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/professional/they-have-an-enormous-impact-call-for-more-supervi?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[In Practice: Nominate for RACGP Awards]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/ddcd2f2f-ae35-4d1c-9253-a47692c8b5e4/In-Practice-Nominate-for-RACGP-Awards.aspx'><p>Now open until 1 June, nominations are an opportunity for members to recognise peers going above and beyond for their communities.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:29:21 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/racgp/in-practice-nominate-for-racgp-awards?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[National Pain Alliance launches ]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/f05634bf-8320-4b87-a39b-b6f981c9ff92/National-Pain-Alliance-launches.aspx'><p>With chronic pain&nbsp;impacting&nbsp;20% of Australians, the group has called for it to be recognised&nbsp;as a national&nbsp;health priority.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:51:29 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/national-pain-alliance-launches?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[The TGA wants to overhaul sunscreen labels. Will scrapping SPFs work? ]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/caaec4f4-0241-4fa3-a9dc-b9e3228fb745/The-TGA-wants-to-overhaul-sunscreen-labels.Will-scrapping-SPFs-work.aspx'><p>Many Australians have been left confused about how SPF testing works and what to trust.&nbsp;Is simplifying the labelling&nbsp;a good idea?</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:34:40 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/the-tga-wants-to-overhaul-sunscreen-labels-will-sc?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[College embraces FluMist rollout in WA]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/7b08ce30-ac42-4608-9a06-7be2970c8045/College-embraces-FluMist-rollout-in-WA.aspx'><p>GPs around the state are starting the task of immunising children against the flu with the newly available vaccine.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:43:19 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/college-embraces-flumist-rollout-in-wa?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[NSW Government announces contraceptive pharmacy prescribing]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/b9b71669-7d5b-4db1-8822-98cb0b675bb2/NSW-Government-announces-contraceptive-pharmacy-prescribing.aspx'><p>The RACGP&nbsp;has&nbsp;raised concerns about plans in NSW to allow pharmacists to prescribe contraceptives&nbsp;to women without&nbsp;seeing&nbsp;a GP.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:09:57 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/nsw-government-announces-contraceptive-pharmacy-pr?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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  <title><![CDATA[Colleges’ AGPT training places confirmed for 2027]]></title>
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    <![CDATA[<img src='https://www1.racgp.org.au/getattachment/b8b95a97-f7b6-44b4-8b29-7da3a553f1b8/Colleges-AGPT-training-places-confirmed-for-2027.aspx'><p>The Federal Government has announced the number of places on offer for doctors to begin training as specialist GPs next year.</p>  ]]> 
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  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:03:19 GMT</pubDate>
  <link><![CDATA[https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/professional/colleges-agpt-training-places-confirmed-for-2027?feed=RACGPnewsGPArticles]]></link>
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