21 Nov 2024
Dangers of drug-resistant superbugs highlighted this week
This week was World Antimicrobial Resistance Week, which focused on the spread of drug-resistant infections and the importance of appropriate antimicrobial use.
21 Nov 2024
Measures needed to tackle rising threat of violence against doctors
The AMA is calling on governments and hospitals to introduce a range of measures to tackle workplace violence.
21 Nov 2024
Is there a doctor in the house? Well, it depends…
Education ministers move to allow ‘doctor’ title to be extended to some pharmacists.
21 Nov 2024
President’s update: more scope meetings, workforce issues and protecting the title of ‘doctor
AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen provides members with an overview of the past week.
21 Nov 2024
Information on enhancements to the Australian Immunisation Register
The Department of Health and Aged Care provides members with an update on enhancements to AIR.
21 Nov 2024
Heroin overdoses after using drugs thought to be cocaine
NSW Health is warning of the danger of using drugs thought to be cocaine, which have resulted in five recent heroin overdoses.
20 Nov 2024
Health spending in Australia returns to pre-pandemic levels
Australia’s health spending has returned to pre-pandemic levels, with a total expenditure of $252.5 billion on health goods and services in 2022–23. This equates to $9,597 per person and represents 9.9% of the national economic activity.
20 Nov 2024
This World COPD Day, Lung Foundation Australia reflects on ways to elevate patient care
World COPD Day presents a vital opportunity for healthcare professionals to update their understanding of COPD and ensure they are providing the best possible care for their patients.
20 Nov 2024
Reflect on how your COPD care measures up this World COPD Day
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) impacts over half a million Australians, with some of the condition’s most common forms being emphysema or chronic bronchitis. This year, Lung Foundation Australia is marking World COPD Day by encouraging individuals living with COPD, their families, and carers to take control of their health with the My COPD Checklist.
20 Nov 2024
New Mental Health Ambulance service launched
The State Government has invested $7.9 million towards the first-of-its kind ambulance co-response service for WA.