General practice activity in the states and territories of Australia 1998-2003

This report provides the first picture of the activities of general practice in each state and territory of Australia, using a combination of BEACH (Bettering the Evaluation and Care of Health) data for survey years 1998 to 2003. Results for each state and territory are reported in independent chapters and are described in terms of GP and patient characteristics, patient reasons for encounter, problems managed and management techniques used, along with information on selected patient health risk factors. Comparisons are made between each state and territory and the national average for the total 5 years.