06 Jul 2023
‘A significant foundation of our culture’: Elders’ role explored
Run by RACGP Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, a NAIDOC Week webinar looks at the vital role of Elders in community wellbeing.
06 Jul 2023
Enrolled nurse prohibited from providing health services for four years after she forged prescriptions
An enrolled nurse has been disqualified from applying for registration for a period of four years after she stole a pad and forged prescriptions.
06 Jul 2023
The NACCHO Board supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart
The Board of the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) supports the full implementation of the Uluru Statement from the Heart, including a Voice, treaty, and truth telling.
06 Jul 2023
New alert for scam door knockers!
It's recently come to our attention people claiming to represent Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) are knocking on doors in Canberra and asking for donations.
06 Jul 2023
It’s not too late to vaccinate for pregnant women
A webinar next week will outline the importance of pregnant women protecting themselves and their babies from influenza with free vaccinations under the National Immunisation Program.
05 Jul 2023
RACGP award ‘a tipping point’: Reflections of a GP trailblazer
Dr Sarah-Jane Fisher looks back on how a 2009 RACGP award influenced her mindset and fuelled a determination to make a difference.
05 Jul 2023
Big Tobacco’s new push into pharmacy vapes
Documents seen by newsGP show how a tobacco giant is trying to corner the vaping market as the Government clamps down.
05 Jul 2023
More rural medical student placements on the way
Funding of $114 million has been set aside to allow 80 additional training places in regional areas each year.
04 Jul 2023
RACGP welcomes increased pharmacy funding
The 2023–24 financial year has ushered in new measures targeted at supporting community pharmacies.