03 May 2023
It’s time to get ‘back to basics’ to protect patient privacy
Dr Rob Hosking revisits the fundamentals of managing health information in general practice, with the help of a new RACGP resource.
03 May 2023
‘Sobering’ statistics reveal childhood mental health trauma
Emergency department presentations for intentional self-harming behaviours and eating disorders soared during the pandemic.
03 May 2023
TGA confirms reduced paracetamol pack sizes
The changes, due to come into effect from February 2025, are aimed at reducing Australian overdose and death numbers.
03 May 2023
Funding to improve cancer outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Cancer has overtaken cardiovascular disease as the major cause of death for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Studies show that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples receive less cancer treatment and poorer quality of treatment even after adjusting for patient factors.
03 May 2023
NACCHO 2023 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacist Scholarship recipients announced
NACCHO announces six successful recipients of the 2023 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacist Scholarship
03 May 2023
New National Tobacco Strategy: reenergise smoking reform and tackle vaping crisis
The nation’s peak lung health body has welcomed the launch of the 2023-2030 National Tobacco Strategy and urges all Australian governments to fund its implementation.
03 May 2023
Independent reviewer selected to lead review of WCHN cochlear implant program
An external review commissioned in March by the State Government into the cochlear implant program at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital is now underway, after it was found a number of chidren had potential issues with implant mapping.
02 May 2023
Lung Foundation Australia welcomes investment in a National Targeted Lung Cancer Screening Program
Today’s announcement of a National Targeted Lung Cancer Screening Program is a momentous step forward for all Australians.
02 May 2023
Have your say on the Diverse Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework
The Victorian Government is seeking further input to help improve mental health and wellbeing within diverse communities.