05 Apr 2024
RACGP calls for basic work entitlements in Budget
The RACGP is pushing for Federal Government funding reform to increase basic work entitlements for GPs and subsidise training.
05 Apr 2024
Are antipsychotics safe to use during pregnancy?
Researchers found no connections between the drugs and neurodevelopmental disorders in ‘reassuring’ news for mums.
04 Apr 2024
‘Long overdue’: Aged Care Act delay worries GPs
Leaked documents have suggested incoming aged care reform could be delayed significantly, as GPs struggle with existing red tape.
04 Apr 2024
Renewed push to reverse ECG Medicare restrictions
‘Unnecessary’ changes instituted in 2020 have only served to reduce patients’ access to care – particularly in rural areas – GPs say.
04 Apr 2024
‘Absolutely tiny’ Federal obesity funding challenged
Questions have been raised about why no weight loss drugs are on the PBS, as research highlights the lack of funding for obesity prevention.
04 Apr 2024
Pharmacist cancelled for possessing prescription medication illegally and offering to supply drugs
A South Australian pharmacist has had his registration cancelled and is disqualified from applying for registration until November 2025 for unlawfully possessing prescription medication belonging to his employer and offering to supply drugs and prescription medication to associates.
04 Apr 2024
ACT GPs expand free abortion access
General practices have been supported to carry out medical terminations at no cost, with experts now calling on other states to follow suit.
04 Apr 2024
In Practice: Am I billing correctly?
An upcoming webinar will cover everything GPs need to know about the recently tripled Medicare bulk billing incentive payments.
04 Apr 2024
Online renewal for nurses and midwives is open
Nurses and midwives are invited to renew their general or non-practising registration. You will soon receive an email from Ahpra providing access to online renewal. Remember to renew by 31 May 2024 to avoid any delays or late fees.
04 Apr 2024
Australia takes new steps toward engineered stone ban
Lung Foundation Australia has commended new proactive steps agreed to by State and Commonwealth Governments to ensure Australia’s ban on the use and importation of engineered stone will meet its July 1 start date.