01 Aug 2024
What bigger donation could you ever give than the chance of life?
This week is DonateLife Week, an awareness week aimed at fostering conversations about organ donation.
01 Aug 2024
AMA submission — consultation on the review of the criminal history registration standard
The AMA’s submission calls for a firm but fair standard.
01 Aug 2024
Welcome to AMA24!
We want to extend a HUGE welcome to AMA members attending AMA24 today!
01 Aug 2024
Action and transparency needed on IV fluid shortages
The AMA is calling for a co-ordinated national approach underpinned by transparency on IV fluid shortages which could cause a major disruption to Australia’s health system, including hospitals, non-urban health services and general practice.
01 Aug 2024
World Lung Cancer Day – One year out from lifesaving screening
Australia’s National Lung Cancer Screening Program is now less than one year out from getting underway, making this World Lung Cancer Day a day of celebration and reflection for the country’s lung health community.
01 Aug 2024
Meet the Researcher on World Lung Cancer Day!
Dr Mal Itchins is the recipient of Lung Foundation Australia’s Kha Kiang Khoo Memorial Award in ROS-1 Lung Cancer Research.
01 Aug 2024
Time for QLD to act on State’s biggest cancer killer
Lung cancer is Queensland’s leading cause of cancer death each year
31 Jul 2024
Independent report recommends enhancements to limestone coast cancer care
An independent feasibility study has recommended changes to how cancer care is delivered in Mount Gambier – but has found that establishing a radiation therapy service is not currently a safe, sustainable, or financially viable option.
31 Jul 2024
Seeking to improve and increase rural surgical training
The Office of the National Rural Health Commissioner (ONRHC) and the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) held a National Rural Surgeons’ Training and Retention Workshop in February 2024. The summary and outcomes paper from the workshop is now available.