Doctor–patient relationship ‘the best tool’ for AOD harm minimisation newsGP talks to addiction medicine specialist Dr Paul Grinzi about supporting patients experiencing issues with alcohol and other drugs.
COVID-19 research receives $66 million boost The funding injection will target four areas of research in the quest for a vaccine and preparation for future pandemics.
Research aims to enhance care networks for end-of-life patients Witnessing how a comprehensive primary care team can benefits palliative patients inspired this GP researcher.
Legislation signals CPD changes for GPs RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon told newsGP the college’s focus is patient safety, not administrative control, in response to a new Bill that would alter the way CPD compliance is recorded.
Is telehealth a lifeline for isolated patients? Telehealth has been a boon for housebound patients and many GPs – but others say nothing can replace face-to-face consultations.
GPs receive millions to further general practice Professor Jon Emery and Associate Professor Jason Ong speak to newsGP about their respective research.
National Reconciliation Week: ‘In this together’ All Australians are encouraged to consider and embrace this year’s theme, moving towards a more just, equitable and reconciled nation.
RACGP cautions against use of ‘pop-up’ telehealth services The college is reminding patients to continue the relationship with their regular GP instead of relying on corporate telehealth services.
Rapport and gratitude: How telehealth won over this sceptical GP Telehealth means losing the strengths of a face-to-face consultation – or does it?
‘Dr Google’ wrong more often than not New research has found people who check their symptoms online only receive correct medical advice about a third of the time.