Outback doctor’s last-ditch attempt to keep delivering GP services
By Aleisha Orr
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Medicare subsidised GP visits expected to drop in new targets
The federal Department of Health has lowered its own performance measure target on the number of Australians to take part in a Medicare covered GP visits.
Prescribing restrictions removed allowing more GPs to support patients with hepatitis
Doctors no longer need specific accreditation to prescribe medications to treat hepatitis B and C.
'Band aid solutions' for maternity and newborn services as new hospital progresses
A suite of measures to address safety concerns relating to the location of the new Women's and Babies Hospital have been announced, but the AMA (WA) has warned they are band aid solutions.
Deferral of registration fees aims to ease financial pressure
Medical graduates will soon be able to delay the payment of their registration fees as part of a pilot to lessen the impact of upfront costs.
Namesake of Churack Chair left an 'indelible mark'
The great impact of the late Geoff Churack is being remembered as a lasting legacy for medical students and those suffering from chronic pain.
Health warning as child is hospitalised with MenB
Doctors are urged be alert to potential cases of meningococcal following the fifth reported case of the disease in Western Australia this year.
Curiosity to create a better vision
For Dr Danuta Sampson, physics isn't an abstract science, it's a tool for improving eye health, solving real-world problems and helping people live better lives.
First national clinical guidelines for menopause on the way
National clinical guidelines for perimenopause and menopause are on the way, and health practitioners are being asked to have their say.
Registrations are open for Rural Generalists
It’s been years in the making – Rural Generalists can now apply for specialist registration.
MBS review recommends rebate increase for longer consultations
Medicare rebates for longer consultations look set to be increased following a long-awaited review.
