Therapeutic cannabis industry labelled ‘Wild West of medicine’ Should GPs be managing their own patients rather than referring to vertically integrated cannabis clinics?
Drug checking trial launches at injecting centre The RACGP welcomed the groundbreaking pilot, which enables users to test their substances while under medical supervision.
Deaths and overdoses prompt coroner pill testing call Two Victorian coroners have said the service could provide ‘lifesaving insights’ and tailored information to illicit drug users.
Dissecting the rise of single-issue telehealth In a post-COVID world, telehealth is here to stay, but the RACGP says it is crucial to strike a balance between easy access and quality care.
Pill testing calls follow multiple overdoses at Melbourne festival The Chair of RACGP Specific Interests Addiction Medicine has said such a move would be ‘a no-brainer’.
GP considerations when prescribing medicinal cannabis SPONSORED: Medicinal cannabis prescription rates are increasing – what does the latest research say about its safety?
Changes to medicinal cannabis prescribing pathways The changes will improve patient access and reduce the administrative burden on prescribers, according to the TGA.