07 Sep 2023
Sugar tax key to addressing diabetes in Australia
The AMA has told a parliamentary inquiry the introduction of a sugar tax and a much stronger focus on prevention and addressing inequities in the health system could mitigate the $3.1 billion cost of diabetes in Australia.
07 Sep 2023
New data highlights need for Medicare repair
New data from the Australia Institute of Health and Welfare shows Medicare is failing to keep up with the rising costs of healthcare.
07 Sep 2023
New position statement on flexible working released
The AMA has updated its position statement on flexibility in work and training practices, reflecting the evolving needs of Australia’s medical workforce.
07 Sep 2023
AMA blueprint to support medical students and doctors with disability
The AMA is urging a whole-of-profession approach to support people with disabilities to pursue careers in medicine.
07 Sep 2023
Menopause misinformation harming women: Study
Researchers say personalised treatments and a new definition are needed to bring the once-taboo subject out of the shadows.
07 Sep 2023
Sports injury database ‘would be a crucial resource’
A Senate report into concussion has broadly been welcomed, although there is no firm recommendation for evidence-based guidelines for GPs.
07 Sep 2023
Do NSAIDs increase clot risk in women on the pill?
Experts question research that suggests women who use both oral contraceptive and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories may be at greater risk.
07 Sep 2023
Timely access to hormone therapy critical: Study
The research found improved awareness of testosterone therapy, alongside better support for GPs, could prove a lifesaver for transgender patients.
07 Sep 2023
In Practice: Wound awareness
Hard-to-heal wounds cost Australia $6.6 billion each year, but medical professionals can reaffirm best practice via a series of free webinars.
07 Sep 2023
TGA statement on the discontinuation of Ordine
Palliative care professionals are alerted to the Ordine Discontinuation Statement.