19 Feb 2025
Graduate Paramedics begin their careers in Tasmania
Ambulance Tasmania has welcomed a new cohort of Graduate Paramedics who are set to strengthen emergency response capabilities across the state.
19 Feb 2025
Nitrosamine and Nitroso-structure impurities acceptable intakes update
We are updating information for nitrosamine impurities and other nitroso-structure impurities in medicines including acceptable intakes (AI).
19 Feb 2025
What to expect from incoming menopause health checks
A new Medicare rebate is on the way, but what is a menopause health assessment and how will it improve the care women receive?
19 Feb 2025
‘Overdue but welcome’ Government response to reproductive health calls
GPs could soon play a bigger role in reproductive care after the Government backed dozens of recommendations to enable greater access and affordability.
19 Feb 2025
WHO launches global encephalitis policy
The release comes as one GP expert says ‘it’s very likely that Japanese encephalitis is now endemic in Australia’.
19 Feb 2025
Public dental services boosted by new graduates
Eleven new dental graduates have relocated from interstate or overseas to start their careers in the Tasmanian Health Service following a successful recruitment drive to boost the State’s oral health workforce.
19 Feb 2025
New consortium eyes primary care system reforms
Professor Michael Kidd will lead GP clinician researchers to identify ‘real work challenges and provide practical solutions’.
19 Feb 2025
In Practice: EOIs for Practice Owners Conference presentations
Expressions of interest are now open to present at the RACGP’s annual conference for current and aspiring practice owners.
19 Feb 2025
$22 million for research to improve primary care in Australia
The Australian Government is investing $22 million in primary care research to ensure Australians get the best possible care. Funding is from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
18 Feb 2025
Mpox update: vaccination, testing & prevention for clinicians
As Mardi Gras approaches, it’s important for clinicians to stay informed about the latest mpox updates, including vaccination, testing and post exposure prevention.