17 Dec 2024
Training program helps locals remain in region
A new campaign is underway, putting the spotlight on a training program which gives students a chance to get degree qualified and gain on-the-job experience without being forced to leave the region.
16 Dec 2024
Service Navigators set to link vulnerable communities with accessible, appropriate healthcare
Service Navigators who will link people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) and refugee backgrounds, and people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, with appropriate primary healthcare services in South Western Sydney will be available across our region early next year.
16 Dec 2024
Express interest for a menu and mealtime review program
Residential aged care providers can express interest in a free onsite menu and mealtime review program by an accredited practising dietitian to get ready for the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards
16 Dec 2024
Australia set to host 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships
There is less than one year to go until the world’s best canoe and kayak athletes hit the water in Penrith NSW.
16 Dec 2024
Report highlights gender parity in Medical Research Future Fund grant opportunities
We have released our third report on gender data for Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunities. The findings indicate a positive trend towards gender parity among researchers.
16 Dec 2024
‘Life-changing’ eczema drug to stay on PBS
Dupixent was at high risk of coming off the PBS as soon as this month due to high demand, but negotiations have secured its continued listing.
16 Dec 2024
Survey reveals 81 per cent of Australians are stressed about poor air quality from bushfires this year as worrying bushfire season looms
A new survey by Asthma Australia revealed that 81 per cent of Australians and 90 per cent of those who have or care for someone with asthma are concerned about the impact of air pollution on their health heading into bushfire season.
16 Dec 2024
President and Premier hit the parkrun trail
The SA Premier and Health Minister joined the RACGP President and Adelaide GPs to showcase the benefits of parkrun and encourage social prescribing.
16 Dec 2024
Success of registrar wellbeing committee one year on
The RACGP’s progress on its initiatives to support GPs in training, as well as goals for the year ahead, are revealed in a new report.
