14 Jun 2024

"South Western Sydney PHN appoints new provider for NewAccess program"

Delivery of the low intensity mental health program NewAccess for South Western Sydney will be managed by CBT Network.

13 Jun 2024

Thank you General Hurley and Mrs Hurley, your time as Patrons of Palliative Care Australia made an impact

On behalf of Palliative Care Australia (PCA) and the wider palliative care community we represent, I want to publicly thank His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Ret’d) and Mrs Linda Hurley who have served as PCA’s Patrons for the last five years.

13 Jun 2024

Preventing burn injuries and promoting effective first aid this winter

As winter sets in across Tasmania, cooler temperatures can present an increased risk for members of the public to sustain burns as they try to stay warm. The Department of Health is urging Tasmanians to learn about burn risks and the critical importance of effective first aid.

13 Jun 2024

Drs4Drs put on their crazy socks… for docs

Drs4Drs held a morning tea event to mark CrazySocks4Docs Day with Federal and ACT AMA staff and the AMA President.

13 Jun 2024

AMA Submission on Private Health Insurance premium round process calls for transparency and independent regulator

The AMA has again called for PHI premiums increases to be set by an independent Private Health Systems Authority.

13 Jun 2024

Get fabulous and glamorous on the Gold Coast this August

It's a time to put on your finest and connect with the who's who in Australian medicine!

13 Jun 2024

World Obesity Federation backs AMA’s call for ban on junk food ads

The World Obesity Federation this week congratulated the AMA for its strong stand on calling for restrictions on the advertising of junk food to children.

13 Jun 2024

Thank you Jeffrey Looi

The AMA thanks Associate Professor Looi for his commitment and efforts as Mental Health Committee Chair.

13 Jun 2024

Inaugural AMA IMG Working Group meets

The IMG Working Group met for the first time this week in a step towards better understanding what the AMA can do for international medical graduates.

13 Jun 2024

AMA members recognised in King’s Birthday Honours List

Twelve AMA members were recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List for their outstanding contributions in serving their communities.