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New money for rural health infrastructure is welcome, but more is needed to build the health system of the future, says Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) CEO Mr David Butt.

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Men take their car to be serviced more often then they take themselves to be checked out by their General Practitioner (GP) leading to basic problems becoming big helath issues, says Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) chair Dr Emil Djakic.

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More than 500 Australian Practice Nurses have developed skills in caring for chronically ill patients with new online training in the first month of its launch, according to the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Electronic health records supported by the National Health and Hospitals Reform Commission (NHHRC) could significantly improve disadvantaged Australians' health, but not without significant investment in health care IT says Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) CEO Mr David Butt.

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The National Health and Hospitals Reform Commission's (NHHRC) move to highlight the importance of eHealth to improving Australia's health system has been applauded by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) CEO Mr David Butt. "AGPN has been campaigning for eHealth to be a Government priority for many years. We are pleased to have this very strong endorsement of our stand on this issue from the Commissioners," Mr Butt said.

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The fires may have been put out and residents have started to return home, but the lingering mental anguish caused by the Black Saturday fires is still a matter of concern for Victoria's general practice community, says Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Emil Djakic. Victorian divisions of general practice are meeting in Melbourne today to plan a coordinated approach to continued mental health support of individuals and families affected by the bushfires.

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Measures to reduce alcohol consumption, like the alcopops tax, will help reduce risky drinking behaviours in young people and ultimately improve their health, says Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) chair, Dr Emil Djakic. "A number of health issues facing Australia today evolve from lifestyle choices -chronic disease caused by obesity, tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption, we can do a lot more in this area with Government support," he said.

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Australia's General Practitioners have urged Prime Minister Kevin Rudd to invest in Australia's primary health care system as a key component of the next economic stimulus package. In a letter to Mr Rudd, United General Practice Australia (UGPA) said there was no better infrastructure investment than health, and supporting general practice would ensure the best possible health care was delivered where it was most needed.

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A copy of the letter to the Prime Minister can be downloaded.

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Health dollars should follow patients, not doctors, and care should be provided by teams of health care workers, led by GPs, says the bold vision for primary health care¿s future put forward today by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) chair, Dr Emil Djakic.

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The health gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous men will open, not close, unless the Government makes them a priority according to the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) chair, Dr Emil Djakic. Indigenous Australian men die almost 20 years earlier than non-Indigenous men and general practice needs specific programs to target this marginalised health population which sits within an already disadvantaged group, said Dr Djakic.

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GPs around the country would be celebrating the recognition of their role in the release of the National Health and Hospitals Reform Commission draft recommendations, says Australian General Practice Network chairman Dr Emil Djakic.

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A power shift from acute to general practice care will improve the health and wellbeing of the nation, says Australian General Practice Network CEO Mr David Butt.

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Countless people will continue to suffer and die needlessly unless Australia makes radical changes to its health system, Australian General Practice Network CEO Mr David Butt said today.

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The call for a national roll out of parenting intervention programs through general practice received a boost today with the release of a US study indicating they significantly reduced the incidence of child abuse.

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Federal Government investment in rural health care - in climate change and infrastructure - will result in positive health outcomes for people in rural and remote communities, says Australian General Practice Network Chair Dr Emil Djakic.

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MBS Review - a step in the right direction but unfinished business

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Communique from second United General Practice Australia (UGPA) Meeting held on 10 December 2008

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AGPN welcomes the COAG meetings focus on prevention initiatives

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Media Release on After Hours Services facilitated by Divisions of General Practice

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AGPN Media Release regarding the launch of the DVD 'Braver, Stronger, Wiser' by The Salvation Army, in collaboration with beyondblue, designed to help people in rural communities recognise and seek help for depression.

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Extra effort needs to be put into building trust in the community for people with depression to visit their local general practice, Australian General Practice Network Chair, Dr Emil Djakic, said today.

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World Diabetes Day: it's time to focus on prevention The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) is today calling on Australians to start making healthy lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes, as part of its efforts to promote World Diabetes Day.

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AGPN Response to Federal Government announcement to increase GP training places

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AGPN Announces Winner of John Aloizos Medal 2008 at Forum in Darwin

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The Minister for Health and Ageing, Nicola Roxon, today launched the National Primary Health Care Strategy Discussion Paper at the Australian General Practice Network Annual Forum in Darwin.

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Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs today congratulated Dr Nola Maxfield on being elected president of the Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA).

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Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) chair Tony Hobbs today welcomed the announcement from Health Minister Nicola Roxon of an additional $50.5 million for vital primary care-based mental health services.

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Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) chair Tony Hobbs today welcomed the release of the Health Prevention Taskforce's discussion paper, Australia: the healthiest country by 2020. .

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With the prevalence of depression much higher among the elderly in nursing homes than it is among the elderly in the community, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) has called for nursing home residents to also be eligible for GP Mental Health Care Plans.

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Divisions of General Practice staff from across Australia were well-represented last week among presenters and participants at the Public Health Association of Australia's (PHAA) biannual immunisation conference on Queensland's Gold Coast. Immunisation co-ordinators from ACT, NSW and Tasmanian State Based Organisations of Divisions were first prize winners in the poster display competition..

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Dr Tony Hobbs, Chair of AGPN, today announced the appointment of Mr David Butt as the new CEO of the AGPN. Dr Hobbs said he and the Board are pleased to be able to work with Mr Butt to take the divisions of general practice network forward.

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) today welcomed the decision of the Rudd Government to boost funding for junior doctor GP training places. AGPN Chair Dr Tony Hobbs described the Prevocational General Practice Placements Program (PGPPP) as a vital part of the training of junior doctors and one which helps encourage them to consider a career in general practice.

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General Practitioners set to play key role in managing hearing problems as Australians suffer in silence Australians with hearing problems are being encouraged to consult their general practitioner following a new survey which shows many people who fail telephone hearing tests do not follow up with a healthcare professional.

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Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs met with the Federal Governments Drought Policy Review Panel in Canberra today highlighting the impact of drought on the mental health and well being of rural Australians and calling for a number of immediate solutions to relieve the effects of the drought.

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ABC Canberra interview with Dr Christine Bennett from the National Health and Hospital Reform Commission. Dr Bennett talks about the Commission's national listening tour.

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As National Diabetes Week draws to a close (19 July) one of Channel Ten's Biggest Losers stars Sean Holbrook has shared his struggle with type 2 diabetes.

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A CSA developed jointly by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) and Diabetes Australia, Channel Ten's Sean Holbrook promotes the importance of a healthy active lifestyle in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes.

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Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs today congratulated Dr Chris Mitchell on being elected president of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

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The Parliamentary Secretary to the Federal Minister for Health and Ageing, Senator Jan McLucas, will present certificates to Australia's first graduates of a General Practice Nursing program at the University of the Sunshine Coast today.

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With the average Australian life expectancy now at 81.4 years and governments around the country struggling to rein in hospital spending, theres never been more need for a united voice from the primary health care sector.

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Diabetes contributed to nearly 12,000 deaths in 2005 according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) report Australia's health 2008 released today.

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Today Minister for Health and Ageing the Hon Nicola Roxon appointed Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) and rural GP Dr Tony Hobbs as chair of the primary health care External Reference Group.

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During Men's Health Week 08 men are being encouraged to look out for their mate's and their own overall health. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) in 2004 men were four times more likely than women to take their own lives.

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As Kidney Health Week draws to a close (24th May - 31st May 2008) Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs said one in seven Australian adults have chronic kidney disease (CKD) and it's the seventh most common cause of death in Australia.

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As National Hepatitis Awareness Week (May 19 to May 26) draws to a close the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) recognised the Federal Government's extension of their support for needle and syringe exchange programs.

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Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs today announced the resignation of AGPN Chief Executive Officer Kate Carnell. A pharmacist by profession, Ms Carnell has worked as AGPN CEO for nearly four years. AGPN Chair Dr Tony Hobbs today publically thanked Ms Carnell for her tireless commitment to AGPN and the Divisions Network.

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On 'World No Tobacco Day' (31 May) the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) is reminding smokers that their local general practice is a great place to seek advice on quitting. AGPN Chair Dr Tony Hobbs said although it can be difficult for smokers to quit there is help available.

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The Treasurer Wayne Swan tonight said the Health and Hospitals Fund will finance health infrastructure. Key priorities include spending on hospitals, medical technology equipment, and medical research facilities and projects. The Fund will receive an initial allocation of $10 billion, Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs described the funding as completely missing the mark.

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Findings released in yesterday's Report on the Audit of Health Workforce in Rural and Regional Australia come as no surprise according to rural GP and Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs.

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Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) CEO Kate Carnell today welcomed the outcomes of this weekend's 2020 Summit particularly the acknowledgment of the need to move to one health system where funding follows and supports patients to access the care they need.

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) CEO Kate Carnell was disappointed by comments made by Australian Medical Association President Dr Rosanna Capolingua attacking AGPN's ideas for tomorrow's 2020 Summit.

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) today welcomed Minister for Ageing Justine Elliott's, commitment to further funding the Rural Palliative Care Project.

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) today welcomed Minister for Health Nicola Roxon's announcement of the National Preventative Health Taskforce.

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Today's announcements of up to 50,000 increased training places for health professionals and a commitment to national registration made at the Council of Australian Government's (COAG) meeting in Adelaide have been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Today the 2007 National Practice Nurse Workforce Survey Report was released showing that over the last two years patients have benefitted from the 59 per cent increase (4924- 7824) in the numbers of nurses working in general practices across the country.

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) today reinforced its support for the national registration of health professionals to help achieve national consistency and safety for Australian patients.

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The biggest problem with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), unlike other chronic conditions, is that often there are no noticeable symptoms despite the fact that up to 90 per cent of kidney function can be depleted.

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The Australian General Practice Network(AGPN) supports comments released this week by the Australian Health Care and Hospitals Association (AHHA) regarding an expanded role for nurses in general practice in the prevention and management of heart disease.

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Today's calls by the Australian Medical Association (AMA) to make general practice a key focus in the May Budget and the Government's first year in office have been backed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Health Minister Nicola Roxon today visited the rural town of Cootamundra, four hours south-west of Sydney to witness first-hand what a potential GP Super Clinic model could look like.

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The Federal Government's $87 million package to attract some of the 25,000 nurses not currently working in the profession into hospitals should be expanded to include general practice nursing according to the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Calls to introduce free lap-band surgery for overweight teens reinforces the need for the Federal Government to consider a range a options to address growing levels of obesity in Australia according to the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Today's announcement by Health Minister Nicola Roxon of a further $19 million to establish 20 additional one-stop health shops for young Australians has been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Health Minister Nicola Roxon's commitment to ensuring all Australian four year olds are eligible for the new kids health check covering dental health, hearing, eyesight and body mass index (BMI) has been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs today welcomed Health Minister Nicola Roxon's plans to overhaul the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) and looks forward to working with the Minister and her new Government on the details.

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Labor's aged care policy to increase nurses in aged care facilities is half right according to Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair, Dr Tony Hobbs. Encouraging some of the 25,000 nurses not currently working in health into the aged care sector is a good start but doesn't go far enough.

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Today's announcement by Shadow Minister for Health, Nicola Roxon that obesity would become a national health priority area under a Labor government has been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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At the Australian General Practice Network Forum in front of 1000 delegates, Shadow Minister for Health, Nicola Roxon's today announced that if elected a Labor Government would develop a National Primary Health Care Policy.

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14 peak bodies of health organisations representing over 100,000 frontline health professionals have partnered together to urge the Coalition and Labor party to commit to providing a national solution to address the serious problems facing the Australian health care system.

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Dr Tony Hobbs, Chair of the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) today challenged Health Minister Tony Abbott and Shadow Minister for Health Nicola Roxon to commit to providing a national solution to address the serious problems facing the Australian health care system.

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Investment in preventative health care today is Australia's economic insurance policy for the future. To have a healthy economy, we must have a healthy workforce, Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs said today.

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Calls to improve patient access to general practice have been heard and acted on by Minister for Health and Ageing, Tony Abbott. His announcement today to capitalise on the skills of practice nurses has been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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If voters are deciding which leader to elect for the next term based on economic management credentials, they must consider Treasurer Peter Costello's and Shadow Treasurer, Wayne Swan's commitment to investment in maintaining a healthy and productive workforce, Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs said today.

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As part of National Rural Health Action Week, led by the Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) is calling on the major political parties to address the inequities facing rural Australians.

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The Federal Coalition's commitment to extend and expand the Rural Medical Infrastructure Fund (RMIF) has been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Last night's 'Great Debate' let down all Australians by ignoring the problems that exist in health. Neither leader put forward a plan to address the very real issues that exist in health in this country.

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) has officially launched its information management (IM) policy framework, providing a clear direction for IM in general practice and the Divisions Network.

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Today is Mental Health day and the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) is reminding people that GPs are always available to help with your mental wellbeing

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) today commended retiring President of the Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association (AIDA), Dr Mark Wenitong for his ongoing commitment to Indigenous health in Australia.

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Federal Labor's announcement to commit $20m over five years to improve access to psychological services has today been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Calls by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) to attract some of the 25,000 nurses not currently working in health back into the sector have been backed by yesterday's Department of Parliamentary Services report - Nursing in General Practice.

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Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs and CEO Ms Kate Carnell today handed the AGPN election priorities- Real Health Solutions - to the Federal Minister for Health and Ageing Tony Abbott and Shadow Minister for Health Nicola Roxon

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) today welcomed Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Ageing, Senator Brett Mason's commitment to funding the Rural Palliative Care Project.

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The Australian General Practice Network today welcomed Kevin Rudd's plan to invest in general practice infrastructure.

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Rudd's plan could well deliver better health for Australians The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) today welcomed Labor's health plan saying it takes an essential step in recognising the importance of preventative health care in Australia.

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As the visiting health team to Mutitjulu prepare to head back to Alice Springs Mutitjulu Council Chair Mr Sammy Wilson has today thanked the team for the work they have conducted over the past few days. Mutitjulu Council Chair Mr Sammy Wilson thanked Dr Hobbs, his team and the local health workers for the job they had done whilst in the community.

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Today's launch of the Pregnancy Lifescripts resource kit by the Minister for Ageing, Christopher Pyne has been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Yesterday (8 July), Tasmanian GP and Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) board member Dr Emil Djakic and general practice nurse Sharon Brain were the first visiting health professionals to arrive in the NT as part of the Federal Government’s Emergency Response Plan to tackle child abuse in Indigenous communities.

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The Federal Government's changes to the PBS authority script system starting on 1 July have been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN). AGPN argued strongly for a reduction in the number of prescriptions that require phone authority in order to cut some of the red tape strangling general practice.

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Opposition Leader Kevin Rudd and Opposition Health Spokeswoman Nicola Roxon's plan to reinvigorate primary health care has been welcomed by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) and the General Practice and Primary Health Care Northern Territory (GPPHCNT) today urged for calm over the health checks for Indigenous children

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This document is designed to assist interested stakeholders in understanding what the current child health check is.

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) welcomed Thursday's release of the Federal Government's emergency response plan to improve the welfare of Aboriginal children but have urged the government to take cautionary steps to avoid a repeat of the Stolen Generation.

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In the lead up to Drug Action Week (18-22 June 2007) two novice skydivers jumped from the skies of Canberra (17 June) to let the community know there is help available for people with alcohol and other drug problems and to raise awareness about the links between substance use and mental illness

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In the lead up to International Men's Health Week (11-17 June) three hard hitting community service announcements (CSAs) featuring Aussie rock legend Angry Anderson have been launched today (4 June).

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A report released today stating an estimated 32 per cent of disease is preventable has been described as a serious wake up call for all levels of government and the community at large by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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As National Palliative Care Week 2007 (20-26 May) draws to a close the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) is encouraging Australians to learn more about palliative care and the clinical and support services available for people who are dying.

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Celebrating International Nurses Day (12 May) the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) has hailed the first phase of a pilot program encouraging nurses into general practice to address growing workforce shortages a complete success.

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The Federal Budget has left a void in best practice quality use of medicines following the Government's decision to discontinue the Enhanced Divisional Quality Use of Medicines (EDQUM) program according to the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Last night's Federal Budget directly allocated $346.3m into the Divisions of General Practice Network proving organisations that not only identify problems but provide solutions are key players in the future of health care in Australia.

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Tonight's $10.1m announcement for rural mental health services is a windfall for struggling farming communities. The funding comes as a direct result of extensive lobbying by GPs, members of the Divisions Network and the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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An extra $92.9m worth of funding for aged care announced in tonight's Federal Budget is another victory for the solution focused Australian General Practice Network (AGPN). The funding follows the 2004 Aged Care GP Panels Initiative aimed to improve GP access to aged care facilities (ACF).

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) acknowledged health promotion and illness prevention measures in the Federal Budget but believe they don't go far enough to seriously deal with obesity.

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In the lead up to tomorrow night's Federal Budget the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) is urging the Commonwealth to recognise the importance of investing in preventative health measures now to ensure a more sustainable health system for the future.

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Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Ageing, Senator Brett Mason today announced $191.6 million over five years of Federal funding for specialist mental health nurses to assist existing service providers such as GPs to provide care for people with severe mental health disorders.

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A report released last week stating that in the first year of the Childhood Pneumococcal Vaccination Program there was a 75 per cent reduction in Pneumococcal cases in children aged under two years old shows the ongoing success of the Federal Government's National Immunisation Program (NIP). This is largely attributable to general practices' commitment to immunisation, according to the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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As this year's Pollie Pedal comes to an end, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) is reminding Australians about the importance of regular screening for the two main causes the Pollie Pedal has been raising funds for, breast cancer and type 2 diabetes.

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Today's release of the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) report Atlas of Avoidable Hospitalisations in Australia: ambulatory care-sensitive conditions clearly indicates the important role general practice plays in keeping Australians out of hospital through early intervention and prevention strategies such as the effective management of chronic conditions.

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A speech delivered last night by Deputy Prime Minister and Leader of the Nationals, Mark Vaile, clearly highlighted deficiencies in health services for rural Australians, according to the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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The Council of Australian Government (COAG) consisting of state premiers, territory chief ministers and the Prime Minister who met today in Canberra have been congratulated by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) for their agreement on a scheme to tackle the diabetes epidemic.

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Last week's release of the Intergenerational Report 2 (IG2) handed down by Treasurer Peter Costello provides all the evidence COAG needs to act immediately on preventative health care to reduce the diabetes disaster.

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Yesterdays roundtable on childhood obesity hosted by Opposition spokeswoman for Health Nicola Roxon has been commended by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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A report released today estimating the costs of treating Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Australia is rising by $50 million a year highlights the importance of CKD awareness and improved measures for the screening of CKD.

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Today's announcement of $15 million to help young Australian's receive improved access to mental health services has been welcomed by Australia's peak body representing the 119 divisions of general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Today's announcement of the appointment of Professor Nicholas Glasgow as Dean of The Australian National University's (ANU) Medical School has been applauded by the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Health principles decided upon at last Friday's meeting of the Council for the Australian Federation attended by all state and territory government premiers and chief ministers have been applauded by Australia's peak body representing119 divisions of general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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The legislation surrounding the new Access Card being introduced into Federal Parliament this week has been supported by the Australian General Practice Network.

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Wednesday's release of the Australian National Council on Drugs position paper on methamphetamines has been welcomed by Australia's peak body representing general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Labor's plan to produce a health checklist for children starting school has been welcomed in principle by Australia's peak body representing general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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State and Federal Government spending on public health activities during 2004-05 released in an Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report has today been commended by Australia's peak body representing general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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A report released today that analyses data for the first time on the roles played by nurses in general practice has been welcomed by Australia's peak body representing general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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Today's announcement by Health Minister, the Hon Tony Abbott of future funding for the Divisions of General Practice to 2010-11 has been welcomed by AGPN.

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The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) today welcomed the Federal Government's launch of the Smoking in Pregnancy Lifescript designed to help pregnant women kick the nicotine habit.

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Yesterday's release of the Changes in Health- A snapshot, 2004-05 by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) indicated that lifestyle risk factors need more community awareness and government action according to Australia's peak body representing divisions of general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN)

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Labor's announcement of Nicola Roxon as Opposition Health spokesperson and Kate Lundy's new Health Promotion portfolio have today been welcomed by Australia's peak body representing divisions of general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN).

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In response to the growing problem of drug use linked with mental illness, Australia's peak body representing general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) has developed 'Can Do'. This initiative will further develop GPs and other health workers skills in dealing with these complex issues.

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Calls today by Yass GP Ray Burn have been supported by the Australia's peak body representing general practice, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN). AGPN Chair Dr Tony Hobbs said Dr Burn's comments suggesting poor mental health services in the bush are accurate and far more needs to be done to improve access for patients needing help.

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At this week's AGM the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP), formally changed its name to the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN). AGPN is the peak body representing the interests of the 119 members of the Network as well as the eight state based bodies (SBOs). Approximately 95% of GPs are members of their local divisions, making AGPN the largest voice for general practice in Australia.

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Hunter Urban Division of General Practice CEO, Dr Arn Sprogis was awarded the Australian General Practice Network's highest accolade - the John Aloizos Medal at this year's AGPN annual Forum on the Gold Coast.

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Minister for Ageing Senator Santo Santoro today addressed the inaugural Australian Divisions of General Practice's (ADGP) Aged Care Conference. Almost 300 delegates representing divisions of general practice, aged care and allied health professionals heard the Minister discuss a number of aged care issues including information management, GP access to patient records, consulting rooms in aged care facilities and improved Medicare item numbers.

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The largest primary health care conference in Australia will hear from leading world flu expert Dr Lance Jennings. The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) Forum being held on the Gold Coast next week will hear Dr Jennings speak on pandemic flu.

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Changes to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) announced by Federal Health Minister Tony Abbott have been welcomed by Australia's peak body representing divisions of general practice, the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP).

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Marking World Diabetes Day (November 14) Australia's peak body representing general practice, the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) has called for more national awareness and early intervention measures to reduce the incidence of this epidemic.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) has described the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) decision to reject Gardasil as a very sad decision for Australian women. ADGP Chair Dr Tony Hobbs said the decision makes no health or social sense.

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Australia's peak body representing divisions of general practice today released their 2007-08 Federal Budget submission. Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs said the submission provides targeted and practical solutions to the many challenges facing the health care system in Australia particularly in the area of the health workforce shortage.

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'Male farmers are taking their own lives at a rate of one every four days "this is an alarming statistic" said Dr Tony Hobbs, Chair of the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP).

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As part of National Carers Week (October 15-21) Australia's peak body representing divisions of general practice is officially recognising and thanking carers working as part of a world first palliative care initiative.

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The Federal Government's announcement of increased funding for suicide prevention and telephone counselling through Lifeline today has been welcomed by Australia's peak body representing general practice.

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The Federal Government's Better Access to Mental Health Care announcement today has been welcomed by Australia's peak body representing general practice. The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) Chair Dr Tony Hobbs said the new funding will go a long way to improving the community's access to mental health services.

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At the ADGP Board meeting held in Canberra last Sunday, Dr Tony Hobbs was selected as Chairperson elect. The decision to have a chair elect was made to ensure good governance and a smooth transition between ADGP Board Chairs.

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Australian parents are being urged to help their children develop a healthy lifestyle with a good balance between diet and exercise, through a community service announcement (CSA) on obesity that will start to go to air on Australian television over the next week.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) welcomed today's High Court decision in the Central Bayside General Practice Association Limited (CBGPA) case. This decision confirms CBGPA status as a charitable body.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice today welcomed Minister for Transport and Regional Services Warren Truss's announcement allowing divisions of general practice to access up to $400,000 for rural medical infrastructure projects. ADGP Chair Dr Jenny Thomson said nearly 70 divisions would now have access to the program known as the Rural Medical Infrastructure Fund (RMIF).

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The Australian Medical Association's (AMA) calls today to have an evidence-based approach to prescribing medicine is fully supported and addressed in the Australian Division's of General Practice (ADGP) Effective Resource Management (ERM) proposal. ADGP Chair Dr Jenny Thomson said the AMA's example of patients in teaching hospital with heart conditions not being prescribed life-saving medication is concerning and reinforces the need for evidence-based prescribing methods.

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GPs are well prepared to deliver the National Health and Medical Research Council guidelines for treating obesity, following calls for GP support made by Senator Guy Barnett on Wednesday. ADGP Chair Dr Jenny Thomson said through the divisions network, Australian GPs are well equipped and are already tackling Australia's largest growing epidemic.

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Immunisation of Australia's children will be improved under a $625,000 funding boost to general practice state-based organisations. ADGP Chair Dr Jenny Thomson said ADGP welcomed the increased funds and said Australian children will benefit from the boost.

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Wasting lunch hours lining up to claim back Medicare rebates will be a thing of the past under changes to the Commonwealth Government Medicare payment system that were announced today.

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Marking International Youth Day (August 12), the Australian Divisions of General Practice have urged young people across Australia to find and visit their general practitioner.

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Calls by the AMA to have GPs involved and informed of their patient's conditions and treatments, whilst in hospital have been fully supported by the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP).

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) supported calls made by Australian Medical Association (AMA) President, Mukesh Haikerwal during his address to the National Press Club in Canberra today, calling for the removal of the red tape that is strangling GPs.

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Today's launch of headspace, a new $54 million initiative to address mental health and drug and alcohol issues experienced by young people has been welcomed by consortium member, the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP). ADGP in conjunction with the ORYGEN Research Centre, the Australian Psychological Society and the Brain and Mind Research Institute will work as a coalition to directly target this spiraling issue affecting so many young Australians.

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Historical reforms to GP registration agreed on at today's COAG meeting have been welcomed by the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP). ADGP Chair Dr Jenny Thomson said it was about time Australia recognised the importance of national registration for general practitioners.

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Australians suffering from mental illness will be far better assisted following the COAG agreement on a National Action Plan on Mental Health. The creation of 900 new mental health 'helpers' will result in a smoother transition between levels of care and more importantly help avoid the 'revolving door syndrome' - relapse and readmission.

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Complications can affect the heart, kidneys, eyes, nervous system and circulation. It's one of the top ten underlying causes of death in Australia- it's diabetes and 600,000 Australians don't even know they have it. Australian Divisions of General Practice Chair Dr Jenny Thomson said during National Diabetes Week anyone who has symptoms, or are at risk of developing diabetes should visit their GP and be tested.

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The second round of announcements for the Healthy for Life program, designed to break the Indigenous cycle of poor health has today been welcomed by the Australian Divisions of General Practice. ADGP Chair Dr Jenny Thomson said the program directly addresses chronic illness by allowing health services to improve the prevention, early detection and management of chronic diseases.

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Alcoholic drinks should be priced based on their liquor content according to the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP).

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) today welcomed the Commonwealth Government's Rural Transition Program (RTP) aimed at encouraging medical graduates wanting to specialise in general practice to be trained in the areas that need them most.

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Do you or someone you care about have a substance abuse problem? Your GP can help. As part of Drug Action Week the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) invite anyone concerned about substance abuse to visit their doctor.

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To mark Drug Action Week®, the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) has launched an innovative new online training package, Your Mental Health and Alcohol: Managing the Mix.

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Links between health and wealth identified in a recent report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) are alarming according to the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP).

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In our submission to the Senate Economics Committee on Customs Amendment (Fuel Tax Reform and Other Measures) Bill 2006, ADGP urges the government to consider uniform tax incentives for growing the reduced strength alcohol market.

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If you're thinking about quitting smoking on World No Tobacco Day (today 31 May) you don't have to do it on your own. The Australian Divisions of General Practice urge smokers who are thinking about quitting to consult their general practice for advice and support to kick the habit. Your practice team can conduct a Lifescripts smoking assessment and provide you with a lifestyle prescription to help you to quit smoking or cut down on your tobacco use.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice and The Pharmacy Guild of Australia are pleased to announce a joint initiative to combat the problems associated with binge drinking.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) CEO Kate Carnell today has called on Warren Truss MP, Minister for Transport and Regional Services to make changes to eligibility criteria to enhance the up take of the existing Regional Medical Infrastructure Fund (RMIF) program.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) in partnership with the Divisions Network, Palliative Care Australia and Carers Australia are celebrating National Palliative Care Week (NPCW) under the theme 'Partners in Care'.

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The number of nurses working in general practice has jumped 23 per cent in the last two years with more than half of practices now employing at least one, according to an Australian Divisions of General Practice survey

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A new report by the International Diabetes Institute has shown 275 Australians are developing diabetes each day with almost one million people living with diabetes in Australia. With 600 Australians progressing from being overweight to obese each day this is an epidemic must be addressed urgently.

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A broad cross section of health professionals and consumers involved in the delivery of primary health services met for the first time today in Canberra. Participants agreed to form a new group called the National Primary Health Care Partnership in order to provide a strong united national voice for primary health care.

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ADGP welcomes the increased funding of $2.7million over four years the government has committed to the Lifescripts initiative which provides tools for general practice to address obesity and other lifestyle risk factors for chronic disease with patients. Lifescripts is being implemented through the Divisions of General Practice network and is supported by a number of other commitments in the Australian Better Health Initiative.

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ADGP welcomes the announcement of a $250m package over five years to promote healthy lifestyles under the Australian Better Health Initiative. We understand that the Divisions of General Practice Network will play an important role in the delivery of this package to improve the health outcomes for people with identifiable health risks. We also believe that the Divisions will play an important role in the new patient self management programs to assist people living with chronic conditions.

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ADGP has welcomed the results of a new study published in the Australian Health Review. The study shows that the ability of GPs to access psychological services through primary care programs results in more positive outcomes for patients.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) welcome two new Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) items the Government has released in the May MBS schedule that will provide incentives to general practice to provide specific services to Indigenous children and refugees and other humanitarian entrants to Australia.

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Cardiovascular disease affects one in every six Australians. That's 3.2 million people. ADGP and the Divisions Network are working at reducing those numbers by actively promoting the prevention of chronic disease through general practice.

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A Cambridge University study involving over 25,00 people aged 45-79 year has found that even small changes in lifestyles towards healthier habits can have a significant impact adding 10-12 years to people's lives. The study was conducted as part of a multinational longitudinal study the European Prospective Investigation of Cancer (EPIC) study.

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ADGP welcomes the announcement by the Prime Minister that the Government has decided to proceed in principle with a new access card for health and welfare services. This new Smartcard will enable people to obtain Government benefits in a convenient and reliable way without having to re-register and repeat the same information each time they visit a health professional.

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This year 84% of Australians will walk into a general practice, register their personal details at the front desk and verify that they can claim a subsidy from Medicare Australia. Technology has progressed to such an advanced state that the Medicare Card currently in use has become outdated, insecure and is no longer achieving the expectations of government, doctors or their patients.

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ADGP CEO Kate Carnell said, 'In appointing such high profile Australians to the Youth Mental Health Foundation (YMHF) Advisory Board, the Government has recognised the importance of supporting our teenagers and young adults with mental health issues. Mental health and related substance use disorders affecting young Australians is one of our most pressing health and social problems.

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ADGP welcomes the announcement today by the Minister for Health and Ageing to extend the subsidy to employ nurses in an additional 650 general practices in urban areas of workforce shortage.

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ADGP has welcomed the Australian Government's commitment of $1.8 billion over 5 years to mental health but caution that the package may fall short for rural, remote and regional Australia.

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In National Youth Week, Dr Jenny Thomson Chair of the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) said that 'With more than 75 per cent of serious mental health problems commencing during adolescence, the need to provide young people with the skills to maintain well-being, to identify the early signs and symptoms of mental illness and to stay connected with schools, families and workplaces has never been greater

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ADGP has welcomed the Australian Government's commitment of $1.8 billion over 5 years to mental health.

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ADGP has welcomed the comprehensive primary health care thrust of the First Report from the Senate Select Committee on Mental Health.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice welcomes figures released this month by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare that reported the largest single area of Commonwealth support to the states and territories is in organised immunisation.

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As COAG gears up to consider a new national plan for mental health mid year, the Australian Divisions of General Practice is calling for the establishment of a network of community coordinators based in the primary care setting

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Kate Carnell, ADGP, CEO said 'Mental health is one of the most important health issues in the country presently. It is an issue that truly spans the health, social and economic agendas of governments and a $1.5bn injection into the system will no doubt improve service delivery

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As Cabinet gears up to consider an Australian government plan for mental health next week, the Australian Divisions of General Practice is calling for increased investment in the established network of psychological services delivered through general practice.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice welcomes the new graphic health warnings to be portrayed on cigarette packages and launched today by Christopher Pyne, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Health and Ageing.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice has welcomed COAG's commitment to renewed attention on early intervention and prevention with a focus on better management of chronic illnesses through its new initiative Australian Better Health Initiative. Kate Carnell, ADGP, CEO said 'The time has come to make some real investment in the notion that prevention is better than cure.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice has welcomed COAG's collaboration and renewed vision for health. Kate Carnell, ADGP, CEO said 'It is encouraging that COAG have given priority to prevention and early intervention, health workforce and the link between health and broader social and economic outcomes for the community.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice has welcomed COAG's commitment to national innovation and renewed investment and cooperation in mental health and is calling for the new mental health blueprint to be underpinned by a strong primary mental health care strategy. Kate Carnell, ADGP, CEO said 'Mental health is one of the most important health issues in the country presently. It is an issue that truly spans the health, social and economic agendas of governments.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice welcomed the COAG announcement today that the government will provide 25% more Commonwealth places for medical students in a bid to address the national shortage of doctors. Kate Carnell, ADGP CEO said 'More doctors alone however, is not the solution to the workforce crisis that Australia faces. There are already more doctors in Australia than several years ago but still the system is struggling.

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On the eve of tomorrow's COAG meeting where governments will look at better ways of working together to improve health outcomes, the Australian Divisions of General Practice is calling for any future national health agendas to be underpinned by a strong primary health care strategy. Kate Carnell, ADGP, CEO said 'The indications are that COAG will be giving particular emphasis to prevention and early intervention, mental health, workforce issues and rural and remote issues.

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World Cancer Day on 4 February is a reminder to think about the 15,500 cancer deaths each year that could be prevented. These deaths are due to a range of lifestyle behaviours such as smoking, inadequate fruit and vegetable consumption, physical inactivity, harmful sun exposure and being overweight or obese due to smoking, sun exposure, poor diet, alcohol, inadequate exercise or being overweight.

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Fourteen per cent of Australian children and adolescents experience mental health problems, yet only one in four receives help.

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ADGP CEO Kate Carnell welcomed the release of the Productivity Commission's Final Report today and said 'It is good that the Report acknowledges that workforce is not just about training more doctors but that the system also needs to change to incorporate new models of care.'

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The Australian Division of General Practice admires Western Australian Premier, The Hon Dr Geoff Gallop, for his courage in disclosing that his battle with depression is the cause for the announcement of his early resignation today. One in five Australians will be diagnosed with depression at some time during their life.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice will roll out Mindbodylife Wellness clinics to 26 Divisions of General Practice during 2006. Mindbodylife Wellness clinics, an initiative of Eli Lilly Australia, provide a structured management program for people whose mental illness and medication are having an impact on their overall wellbeing.

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One initiative, MindMatters Plus GP is having a positive impact on secondary school students. Under this initiative, which is an extension of the MindMatters mental health promotion program for schools, GPs in a number of divisions have provided classroom education sessions to over 5,158 secondary school students about a range of mental health issues commonly occurring in adolescents, how to obtain a Medicare Card and how a GP can help with emotional or mental health problems.

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Want to make sure your new years resolution for a healthier lifestyle makes it out of the starting blocks and finishes the race this year? Talking with your GP about healthy lifestyles can help you transform those new years' resolutions into actions for the rest of the year.

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As the Council of Australian Governments gears up to look at Australia's mental health system at its February meeting, the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) is calling for stronger investment in the Better Outcomes in Mental Health Care Initiative.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice welcomes moves by the Australian Government to reform and improve mental healthcare services across the country. Mental health has become an important government and community priority.

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Starting out the New Year with the best intentions to eat well, loose weight, exercise more and cut back on alcohol is the way many Australians begin each New Year. How successful we are throughout the year is often a different picture. Talking with your GP about healthy lifestyles can help you transform those new years' resolutions into actions for the rest of the year.

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GPs, general practice and Divisions of General Practice are a vital part of the flu pandemic preparedness framework and as such, ADGP welcomes recent announcements and activities by the Australian Government to boost its flu pandemic preparedness strategy.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice is a member of the consortium selected by the Australian Government to establish the National Youth Mental Health Foundation.

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ADGP Chair Dr Jenny Thomson, said today that the 2006-07 Federal Budget is time for some fundamental shifts in direction in health policy.

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Amongst the messages at this time of year urging us to 'tone up for summer', World Diabetes day provides a timely reminder to think about how lifestyles can affect health.

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This is a disappointing report. The recommendations state the obvious with broad facts that are well known. The report falls short on its terms of reference, particularly the provision of advice to AMWAC about best practice models of care.

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ADGP today welcomed the announcement a number of initiatives designed to mobilise general practice as a platform to meet the challenges of the dynamic national e-health agenda.

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Dr Rob Walters, ADGP Chair today launched the Australian Divisions of General Practice's vision for Australia's primary health care system.

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The Illawarra Division of General Practice based in Wollongong, New South Wales last night was recognised nationally for their creative partnership approach to health care in the Illawarra region.

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ADGP has today welcomed many of the recommendations contained in Not For Service, a report of consultations by the Mental Health Council of Australia and the Brain and Mind Research Institute in association with the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission.

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ADGP welcomes the announcement that the government wants to make it more convenient for GPs and patients to utilise electronic payment technology.

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"Ordinary Australians in extraordinary circumstances" is the theme for 2005 National Carers Week that runs from October 16-22. ADGP Chair Dr Rob Walters today paid tribute to the 2.6 million Australians who provide unpaid and often substantial support and care to people who are ill, frail aged or disabled.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) today launched the MindMatters Plus GP resource kit and website, that will assist GPs and primary care teams better support the mental health of young people.

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ADGP has welcomed many of the key proposals in the Productivity Commission Position Paper - Australia's Health Workforce.

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Patients are now receiving a new style of prescription from their GP. Today Tony Abbott, Minister for Health and Ageing launched Lifescripts, a resource kit that provides GPs with tools to help people achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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A report released today entitled "Structural Review of Divisions of General Practice in Western Sydney" has recommended the establishment of a new Division in Western Sydney auspiced by local regional training provider, WentWest, and the expansion of the current Hawkesbury Division to become the new Hawkesbury Hills Division.

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Fixing the serious challenges facing the health system is more than just a numbers game and higher rebates. It is time for a serious investment in primary health care policy and systems reform.

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The Aged Care GP Panels Initiative - 2004 Aged Care Home Survey, which was released today by the Federal Department of Health and Ageing, highlights a range of challenges that are confronting the aged care sector in relation to primary medical care.

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ADGP has commended the Federal Government for increasing the numbers of skilled migrants coming to Australia.

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ADGP says the Australian Government's commitment of funding for primary health-care research, announced on 26 July, will result in health dividends in the future.

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The National Press Club speech by AMA President Dr Mukesh Haikerwal identified many of the well-recognised problems within the current health system, but provided little in the way of solutions, Australian Divisions of General Practice Chair Dr Rob Walters said today (20 July 2005).

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Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) Chair Dr Rob Walters says research published in the Medical Journal of Australia warning of a major medical workforce shortage in the next 20 years points to the need for lateral solutions to chronic and systematic problems within the health care sector.

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Three leading primary health care organisations - the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO), Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) and Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) ? have all welcomed the new Medicare-funded annual health checks for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children announced by Health Minister Tony Abbott last week

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ADGP called for accelerated action on mental health today when it presented its submission to the Senate Select Committee on Mental Health.

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ADGP says it supports the Commonwealth Government's multi-dimensional approach to fighting drug and alcohol misuse, but has called for more initiatives to assist GPs in identifying and treating at-risk patients.

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ADGP Chair Dr Rob Walter said today that Pharmacy Week was an ideal time to draw attention to the huge costs of medication mishaps and the importance of promoting the safe and effective use of medicines.

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Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) has commended the Australian Association of National Advertisers for its Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Campaign, which was launched in Sydney yesterday.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) welcomes new Medicare Benefits Schedule items for chronic disease management (CDM) announced today by the Health Minister Tony Abbott

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) and several rural Divisions will this week join with other health-care organisations in raising awareness about palliative care for National Palliative Care Week 2005 (May 22-28).

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Australian Divisions of General Practice has welcomed several key health-care initiatives announced in the federal budget.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice is calling for additional Government-driven incentives to promote and expand the role of general practice nurses.

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ADGP Chair Rob Walters has dismissed outright claims that the body was "competing for scarce money resources" in its position on the continued funding of the General Practice Computing Group.

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The Western Sydney Division of General Practice ceased trading on Thursday, 21 April 2005, but GPs will not lose the support and services they count on thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Divisions network.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) and the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) today welcomed the results of a landmark report on the social and emotional well-being of Aboriginal children.

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With news that the Western Sydney Division of General Practice will cease trading shortly, surrounding GP Divisions, the Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) and the Alliance of New South Wales Divisions (ANSWD) have pulled together to lend a hand.

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The Australian Divisions of General Practice (ADGP) welcomes the latest results from the National Drug Strategy Household Survey.

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Two sessions at the 2nd International Conference on Healthy Ageing and Longevity in Brisbane will focus on the need to improve the health and wellbeing of older Australians through primary health care teams.

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The ADGP has warned that GPs will bear the brunt of an imminent dementia epidemic. ADGP Chair Dr Rob Walters said today that the government's recognition of dementia as a national health priority in 2004 was important, and welcomed the investment of $200m over the next four years to dementia.

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Nurses in rural and regional GPs practices will now be able to do pap tests as a result of a new Medicare item number introduced this month.

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