AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSpecialist fees crackdown: Australia’s Department of Health says out-of-hospital specialist gap fees rose sharply over the past decade, with people paying more than five times the benchmark on over a million specialist visits—prompting renewed promises to target “excessive” pricing. Private health insurance squeeze: New analysis warns federal rebate changes will hit pensioners hardest, with about half of forecast savings clawed back from lower-income older Australians. COPD breakthrough on the PBS: NUCALA (mepolizumab) has been listed on the PBS for adults with uncontrolled COPD who have raised blood eosinophils, adding a first biologic option for eligible patients on top of inhaler triple therapy. Patient power in breast cancer care: A summit focused on turning patient voices into policy influence highlighted gaps in breast cancer navigation and support, pushing for patient-centred decision-making. Fitness and longevity: Research links performance on strength, mobility, flexibility and balance tests with lower mortality risk in older adults. Food marketing and diet: A study finds strong loyalty to fast-food brands is tied to higher saturated fat and sugar intake, raising concerns about how branding shapes health choices. Community health equity: Reports highlight ongoing barriers in healthcare access and the need for better support systems for people navigating complex conditions.
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