24 Apr 2024
Patients ‘critically impaired’ by complex mental health waitlists
GPs say a lack of time, resources, and investment is putting doctors and patients increasingly at risk, as psychologist waitlists swell to breaking point.
24 Apr 2024
Expansion of the National Immunisation Program Vaccinations in Pharmacy (NIPVIP) Program
From Monday 29 April 2024, the NIPVIP Program will be expanded to allow pharmacies to claim a payment for the off-site administration of National Immunisation Program (NIP) vaccinations in residential aged care and disability homes.
24 Apr 2024
Helping Tasmanians stay safe on their feet during April No Falls month
This month is “April No Falls”, which is an international campaign that aims to encourage us to recognise the risks that falls pose and to highlight the importance of prevention, particularly for older peopl
24 Apr 2024
Comcare draft guide for arranging rehabilitation assessments and medical examinations not yet fit-for-purpose, says AMA
The AMA’s submission argues some sections of the guide require modification or the inclusion of additional provisions.
24 Apr 2024
New GPs ‘ready to serve’ regional communities
Queensland’s rural workforce received a boost last week, with 20 specialist GPs joining the profession at a Fellowship ceremony in Mackay.
24 Apr 2024
Psst… we’ve got a great offer on our AMA24 gala dinner
AMA24 conference attendees are invited to take up the offer of a complimentary guest gala dinner ticket.
24 Apr 2024
Hospitals playing Tetris’
The AMA’s Public Hospital Report Card last Friday has been covered across Australian media over the past week.
24 Apr 2024
Expansion of the National Immunisation Program Vaccinations in Pharmacy (NIPVIP) Program.
From Monday 29 April 2024, the NIPVIP Program will be expanded to allow pharmacies to claim a payment for the off-site administration of National Immunisation Program (NIP) vaccinations in residential aged care and disability homes.
24 Apr 2024
Public health warning: severe opioid overdoses in Penrith area
NSW Health has issued a warning regarding severe opioid overdoses in the Penrith area in the last month.
24 Apr 2024
Aiming high for World Immunisation Week
As the Medical Director at the Gold Coast Public Health Unit, Dr Kate Alexander plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the health of the community.