10 Oct 2023

‘Confused and unwell’: Light exposure’s impact on mental health

While too much night-time light can have adverse effects, more during the day could improve mood and wellbeing, world-first research finds.

10 Oct 2023

Call for applications – Scheduled Medicines Advisory Committee of the Optometry Board of Australia

Applications are sought from registered medical practitioners with relevant expertise for appointment to the Scheduled Medicines Advisory Committee (the Committee) to fill one vacancy.

10 Oct 2023

Pregnancy and Early Childhood Loss Memorial Service 2023

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day is an annual observance dedicated to honouring and remembering babies who have died due to miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal death.

10 Oct 2023

Healthcare Identifiers Framework Project Consultation

We have published the outcomes of the Healthcare Identifiers Framework Project Consultation.

10 Oct 2023

New supports for paediatric palliative care in schools

Updated teaching resources are now available to help primary and secondary schools better support children and families living with life limiting illness.

10 Oct 2023

Anniversary Dr. David Mitchell's as Chief Psychiatrist: Promoting Mental Health in NT

October is Mental Health Awareness Month – a time for communities to connect and raise awareness of the importance of mental health.

09 Oct 2023

New glossary of accreditation terms

The Accreditation Committee has published its Glossary of accreditation terms following public consultation earlier this year.

09 Oct 2023

Early ASD diagnosis may fade by school age: Study

But this does not mean people should be cautious about early diagnosis, a GP with a special interest in children’s health has said.

09 Oct 2023

'Call for applications – Scheduled Medicines Expert Committee'

Contribute to the effective use of scheduled medicines.

09 Oct 2023

More paperwork would drive 94% to private billing: Poll

The newsGP survey results follow a move by Services Australia to introduce extra bureaucracy for bulk billed telehealth.