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What is video telehealth?
‘Universal whole-of population telehealth … will now be permanent,’ Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt confirmed on November 27th, 2020. Now that we know telehealth is here to stay, it may be time to put down the phone and level up your telehealth game.
Practice Connect4 Tips that will make managing your practice easier over the holidays
According to Cubiko, the Practice Insights & Intelligence Software specialists, there are 4 main areas many practices ask Cubiko to investigate at this time of year to help manage their practice. Learn more
Practice ConnectAustralia's vaccines for COVID-19
Australia has signed supply agreements for several COVID-19 vaccines when they are available. Which vaccines does Australia have an agreement for? How promising are they?
Practice Connect7 Ways to help patients prepare for bushfire season
GPs play a pivotal role in ensuring patients with respiratory and other chronic conditions are equipped to deal with the challenges of the bushfire season.
Practice Connect7 Simple steps to fill appointments in December and the New Year
Investing an hour to prepare a simple communications and engagement plan will help bring your patients back and fill appointments, especially if you have increased availability this year. We explain the seven simple steps. Learn more.
Practice ConnectAustralians returning from overseas could soon be able to isolate at home
Australian’s returning from high COVID-19 prevalent countries could be self-isolating at home. What could this mean for your Practice? Learn more.
Practice ConnectThe surprising number one cause of years of life lost in Australia in 2019
What’s the leading cause of life years lost in Australia? The answer may not be what you think.
Practice ConnectIntroducing Script Concierge - A simple solution for telehealth script processing and fulfilment
Script Concierge is a script fulfilment solution for telehealth consultations, script renewals and any other situations where the patient is remote and requires a prescription.
Practice ConnectNew pneumococcal vaccine changes
On 1 July 2020, there were changes to the National Immunisation Program (NIP) which affect pneumococcal, meningococcal and hepatitis A vaccination. Are you across these changes? Learn more.
Practice ConnectGrowing number of 'long haul' COVID-19 patients
There are a growing number of patients who report persistent symptoms of COVID-19 often 100+ days beyond diagnosis which vary from day to day. Learn more.
Practice ConnectMaking telehealth work in the 'new normal'
Telehealth is here to stay. So, it’s time to integrate it into your business operations and actively manage it to benefit your practice. Here’s how.
Practice ConnectBusiness as usual as Tonic rebrands to Tonic Media Network
Tonic Health Media, the owner of myDr.com.au has rebranded its corporate business to Tonic Media Network to better reflect our expanded roles. Learn more
Practice ConnectMental health support for patients and healthcare workers
COVID-19 is having a huge impact on mental health. We highlight some of the additional support available for patients and healthcare workers.
Practice ConnectPPE recommendations for General Practice
Healthcare workers are at increased risk of contracting COVID-19. What are the current recommendations for use of PPE in general practice?
Practice ConnectAll the latest COVID-19 information to help you and your patients stay safe
We have put together a ‘one stop’ hub of the best links to the latest recommendations from the states and territories, and the resources being provided to health professionals.
Practice ConnectDo I need to install perspex screens in my practice?
Many practices have recently installed a perspex screen as a result of COVID-19. But do I need to? How do I properly clean the screen?
Practice ConnectThe correct way to wear a face mask
We often see people wearing face masks in different ways. But what is the recommended way to protect you and others?
Practice ConnectNew changes to MBS item numbers for ECGs
There are new changes to MBS item numbers for ECGs that will affect many, if not all, practices across Australia. Learn more here
Practice ConnectShould practice staff be wearing COVID-19 personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Regardless of transmission rates, staff wearing face masks, making sanitiser available and cleaning regularly provides reassurance to patients when attending your practice.
Practice ConnectImportant new changes to Medicare telehealth billing
From 20 July 2020, patients who have not visited a practice for a face-to-face consultation in the past 12 months are no longer eligible for Medicare subsidised telehealth services.
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