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Rising Costs of General Practice Visits in Australia: A Deep Dive
Introduction
Recent data highlights an alarming increase in the expense Australians face when visiting their general practitioners (GPs). Over the past year, Australians shelled out more than $2 billion in total out-of-pocket costs, with $151 million spent just in June alone. This surge indicates a significant shift in the affordability of primary healthcare and raises questions about access and financial strain on everyday Australians.