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Back to EpisodesHome Visits in Australia: A Dying Art
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GP home visits in Australia have plummeted by 85% since the 90s, leaving elderly and disabled patients struggling for care. Low Medicare rebates, safety concerns, and doctor shortages are to blame. Home visits boost quality of life, cut hospital admissions, and let patients die at home. Experts call for bigger rebates to revive this vital service.
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