15 Sep 2023

RACGP left out of mental health committee

The decision to include only one GP on the Federal Government’s new advisory group has been labelled ‘unfortunate’.

15 Sep 2023

COVID-19 update 15 September 2023

COVID Cases in SA There have been 625 new cases of COVID-19 reported in South Australia in the past week.

15 Sep 2023

Lung Foundation Australia: What to do in smoke haze

Lung Foundation Australia is urging NSW residents affected by smoke haze, especially those living with health conditions, to look after themselves and be aware of extra pollutants in the air as smoke descends.

14 Sep 2023

AMA hosting Rural Medical Training Summit

Key stakeholders meet in Canberra to discuss the future of rural medicine in Australia.

14 Sep 2023

Updated Agenda for November 2023 PBAC Meeting – 14 September 2023

Updated Agenda for November 2023 PBAC Meeting – 14 September 2023

14 Sep 2023

Don’tn let Legionnaires’ disease bloom this spring

Gardeners are being encouraged to take simple precautions when handling potting mix, mulch, and compost to avoid contracting Legionnaires' disease.

14 Sep 2023

Reminder to members to ensure their patient data management practices are safe

AMA members are reminded to be up to date with patient data management.

14 Sep 2023

More episodes of AMA President podcast available

The ‘Doctorama’ podcast features guests from a range of health backgrounds.

14 Sep 2023

Medical colleges join AMA and DEA in calling for climate change action

The Australian Medical Association and Doctors for the Environment Australia are calling on federal, state and territory governments and the wider healthcare sector to take urgent action against climate change.

14 Sep 2023

Australia’s first Aboriginal surgeon urges the medical community to vote Yes

Professor Kelvin Kong was featured in the MJA this week.