18 Aug 2023

Bring back memories not measles

NSW Health is urging people planning to travel overseas to ensure they are fully protected against measles before they go, following two recent cases in travellers who have returned from Bali.

18 Aug 2023

Repaving the path to Australia for international health workers

As we await the final outcomes of the review into Australia’s regulatory settings for internationally qualified health workers, we have taken a deep dive into the challenges on the ground for many regional communities struggling to attract health workers.

18 Aug 2023

APSC releases capability review report for the department

The Australian Public Service Commission has released its capability review report for the Department of Health and Aged Care. Read more about the process and the outcome of the review.

18 Aug 2023

Estimating overall survival in people receiving Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)-listed cancer medicines in Australian clinical practice

Estimating overall survival in people receiving Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)-listed cancer medicines in Australian clinical practice

18 Aug 2023

Call for ‘urgent intervention’ after practice receives $800k tax bill

The RACGP has warned Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews of widespread clinic shutdowns unless his state changes its approach to payroll tax.

18 Aug 2023

COVID-19 update 18 August 2023

COVID Cases in SA There have been 481 new cases of COVID-19 reported in South Australia in the past week

18 Aug 2023

Pharmacy Guild executive director resigns

Suzanne Greenwood has announced she is stepping down from her role, four years after she took on the top job.

18 Aug 2023

RACGP to take part in bilateral 8CPA discussions

President Dr Nicole Higgins has welcomed the chance for general practice to have a voice in the early stages of the process.

18 Aug 2023

Scholarships support diverse voices at peak palliative care conference

Close to 80 scholarships have been awarded allowing a diverse range of health professionals and volunteers to attend the southern hemisphere’s peak palliative care conference.

17 Aug 2023

Turmeric supplement warning after fatality: TGA

The health watchdog is calling on GPs to be aware of supplements containing the common spice after 18 consumers reported liver injuries.