05 Jun 2024
Welcoming the Wombat Ward at the LGH
The children’s ward at the Launceston General Hospital has been officially renamed as the Wombat Ward, with staff and patients welcoming the new name and imagery.
04 Jun 2024
Top tips to minimise the risk of an Ahpra notification
SPONSORED: Receiving an Ahpra notification is usually unexpected and unwelcome, but handling the response sensitively can help you take control.
04 Jun 2024
Shared care key for cancer survivors: RACGP
A new college cancer survivorship position statement highlights the role of GPs in providing holistic and comprehensive care coordination
04 Jun 2024
Have your say on the draft Criminal history registration standard and supporting materials
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the National Boards invite you to have your say on the draft Criminal history registration standard (the criminal history standard) and supporting documents.
04 Jun 2024
Greener inhaler choices - better for patients and the planet
The National Asthma Council Australia (NAC) has released new information in time for World Environment Day to help health professionals make choices that could reduce asthma symptoms, prevent severe exacerbations and at the same time help improve the health of the environment.
04 Jun 2024
Navigating Medicare and the PSR
A refresher session at the recent Practice Owners Conference covered MBS billing rules, problem item numbers and the PSR process.
04 Jun 2024
Investing in today’s research for tomorrow’s health care
Read how the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) 3rd 10-year Investment Plan will support Australian research to ensure Australians receive the highest quality health care.
04 Jun 2024
Helping newborn babies to start breathing
One in ten newborns need help to start breathing at birth. Australian company ResusRight is developing a world-first portable resuscitation monitor. The Nemo monitor shows paramedics and birth attendants how much air to give the baby, helping to avoid injury or death.
04 Jun 2024
‘You are not alone’: Call for action amid spate of GP suicides
One regional centre’s loss of five doctors in two years is likely the tip of the iceberg, but a lack of hard data means the tragic situation is difficult to quantify.
04 Jun 2024
GPs encouraged to plan ahead as flu season begins
The 2024 influenza season has begun, with activity expected to continue increasing rapidly over the next six to eight weeks.