Adolescents 3.4 times more likely to self-harm than adults: AIHW Self-harm hospitalisations have surged 38% in four years, as general practice underfunding and psychiatric waitlists leave patients desperate for help.
GPs forced to turn away Veteran Card holders due to low rebates: RACGP Access to the Coordinated Veterans’ Care program is also reportedly being limited due to eligibility restrictions, complex bureaucratic processes, and a lack of clinician awareness.
Controversial pharmacy prescribing pilot begins The program has drawn the ire of GPs who say it puts profits ahead of patient safety and further fragments care.
Government warned GPs have ‘reached their limit’ with Medicare With the national cost-of-living report delayed for a third time, fears are growing that much needed reform won’t make it into the May Budget.
Patients ‘critically impaired’ by complex mental health waitlists GPs say a lack of time, resources, and investment is putting doctors and patients increasingly at risk, as psychologist waitlists swell to breaking point.
How GPs can break down barriers for rural abuse victims A new study is shining a light on sexual violence and high revictimisation rates outside cities, with GPs key to providing subtle and gentle care.
Warning issued on point-of-care testing compliance Despite thousands of MBS claims, the DoHAC understands no clinics are approved for the HbA1c test, sparking calls for practices to get accredited.
In Practice: Digital health Q&A The RACGP is hosting a forum for GPs to learn more about digital health tools, electronic prescribing, My Health Record, and sharing patient data.
Menopause mysteries: How we can improve outcomes Upskilling in diagnosis and treatment can have profound benefits for patients – including many GPs – writes Dr Ceri Cashell.
Scope review creating ‘McMedicine’: RACGP President The investigation’s latest report left Dr Nicole Higgins ‘angry and devalued’, as it ‘trades off quality and safety for convenience’.