17 Jan 2025

Extent of non-compliant medicinal cannabis clinics revealed

New research has highlighted the need for more stringent monitoring and regulation when it comes to advertising practices around the prescribing of medicinal cannabis products.

16 Jan 2025

A moment of mindfulness to kick off 2025

A new exhibition presented by the Creative Health Hub in the Gold Coast University Hospital Foyer invites staff, consumers and their families to engage in some ‘slow looking’ to gain health and wellbeing benefits from being present in the moment.

16 Jan 2025

LGBTIQA+ Older Adult Mental Health Statewide Consultation

The WA Country Health Service is leading the development of the state's first Older Adult Mental Health Model of Service, outlining how care is delivered to older adults with mental health issues in Western Australia

16 Jan 2025

President’s update: bula!

AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen welcomes members to 2025 and provides an update on the happenings at federal AMA.

16 Jan 2025

Bupa-Healthscope dispute update

The AMA has spoken with Bupa about communications sent to their members about the upcoming termination of their contract with Healthscope.

16 Jan 2025

AMA calls for funding to boost affordable patient access to GPs

We are calling for more reform and investment to improve affordable access to GPs for patients facing cost-of-living pressures.

16 Jan 2025

No down-scheduling for ED treatments and a host of news on medicines, consultations and new guidelines

Here’s a wrap-up of news on medicines and clinical treatments, including a win for the AMA, and updates from the TGA, PBS, and MBS, as well as information on new guidelines, publications and consultations.

16 Jan 2025

Help shape the National Maternity Workforce Strategy

AMA members are invited to participate in the National Maternity Workforce Strategy consultation.

16 Jan 2025

Ever wanted to be a part of ATAGI? Now’s your chance.

Applications for appointment to ATAGI close 24 January.

16 Jan 2025

"RACGP calls for fast-tracked ADHD reform"

Ahead of a mass walk-out of NSW psychiatrists, the RACGP says it is now more important than ever for GPs to be granted ADHD prescribing powers.