Funding for in-home COVID vaccine assessments ‘inadequate’ GPs have questioned the lack of a dedicated MBS item number for housebound patients.
‘Hundreds of forms every day’: How paperwork can lead to GP burnout GPs have lamented the increasing paperwork associated with general practice, along with the lack of time and funding to complete such tasks.
GPs’ meeting with Federal MPs inspired by late RACGP President Dr Bernard Shiu has revealed how a conversation with Dr Harry Nespolon motivated him to ‘get involved’ in advocacy.
‘Putting your job above all else is the norm’ The culture that doctors do not call in sick or take time off for personal reasons is well known, but experts still hope it will change.
Major reset to vaccination program: What will it mean for GPs? GPs have welcomed the National Cabinet’s proposal to revise the vaccine roadmap but say supply issues must be addressed before any major changes are made.
RACGP President unveils long-term vision for telehealth Dr Karen Price presented the keynote address at the National Telehealth Summit, where she emphatically stated it is ‘here to stay’.
Royal commission into veteran suicide only one piece of the puzzle A GP and former Army Major believes it needs to occur in conjunction with the National Commissioner, to ensure recommendations are implemented.
GPs want telehealth clarity Department of Health compliance letters have been sent to confused GPs who have been ‘caught out’ by rules around MBS claiming.
What would it take for Australia to manufacture mRNA vaccines? Experts say investing in RNA technology now will help to protect Australia, and its neighbours, beyond the current pandemic.
Calls for whole-of-system approach to ease ambulance ramping crisis The RACGP wants to see the country to follow the Tasmanian suggestion of using general practice to help alleviate hospital overcrowding.