Prescribing protocols for Vic pharmacists treating skin conditions finally revealed
The Victorian Government has finally named shingles and psoriasis as the skin conditions that pharmacists will start treating in March as part of its pharmacy…
Tag: Victoria
‘Irrefutable evidence’ shows mosquitoes spread Buruli ulcer to humans
Australian doctors claim they have solved the 80-year mystery of how Buruli ulcer spreads from possums to humans after finding “irrefutable evidence” to implicate mosquitoes…
Tributes paid to young GP killed after chasing burglars who invaded his home
A 33-year-old GP has died following an aggravated burglary at his home in the early hours of Saturday morning. It has been reported that Dr…
Pharmacy prescribing trial widens to include skin conditions
NSW Minister for Health Ryan Park has confirmed that the state’s pharmacy trial will be expanded to allow pharmacists to prescribe treatments for four skin conditions including…
Payroll tax audits of 16 GP practices spur RACGP petition against tax grab
More than a dozen GP practices in Victoria are facing payroll tax audits, the RACGP says, as it urges a grassroots campaign in waiting rooms…
Buruli ulcer spreading outside ‘hotspot’ coastal areas
Doctors have been advised to look out for Buruli ulcer outside typical hotspot areas in Victoria, with health authorities warning that 238 cases had already…
Vic pharmacists must prioritise non-antibiotic UTI treatment under prescribing pilot protocol
Pharmacists who diagnose and treat UTIs should start with “conservative management with non-prescription medicines”, reserving antibiotics for patients who do not improve after 48 hours,…
Pharmacists to complete two hours of training to diagnose UTIs: Vic Govt
Pharmacists wanting to offer UTI and contraceptive consults under the Victorian Government’s controversial pharmacy prescribing pilot will start their training next month. The State Government…
Doctors alarmed by ‘rushed’ state laws to end restraints in mental health
The Victorian Government has enshrined a plan to eliminate physical and chemical restraints in mental health care within 10 years, but doctors warn the legislation…
GP struck off for punching long-term patient in the face
A GP who punched a regular patient in the face while accusing him of robbing the practice has been struck off. The assault occurred in…
