Suzanne travels eight hours to see a specialist for her ADHD medication. Australian general practitioners are advocating for expanded prescribing authority.

Suzanne travels eight hours to see a specialist for her ADHD medication. Australian general practitioners are advocating for expanded prescribing authority.
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It sounds like Suzanne is going through a challenging experience just to access the ADHD medication she needs. It’s frustrating that patients have to travel long distances and face barriers to get proper treatment. It highlights the need for increased support and changes in the prescribing powers for Australian GPs. Streamlining the process and empowering more healthcare providers to prescribe necessary medications could relieve the burden on patients and ensure they receive timely care. What are your thoughts on how the system could be improved?