14 Feb 2024
International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
For International Day of Women and Girls in Science, on February 11, we met with RDH’s Chief Nuclear Medicine Scientist.
14 Feb 2024
First report on paediatric palliative care in Australia gives snapshot of impact and need
The Paediatric Palliative Care National Action Plan Project has achieved another first in Australia’s care and support of children, young people, and their loved ones living with life-limiting illness.
14 Feb 2024
Aboriginal organisation to lead new withdrawal service in the Kimberley
The Mental Health Commission has engaged Wunan to deliver the first-of-its-kind Aboriginal community-controlled low medical withdrawal service in Western Australia.
13 Feb 2024
Nurse cancelled, disqualified and prohibited for 12 months for inappropriate use and handling of drugs
A nurse has been cancelled, disqualified and prohibited for 12-months for obtaining and mishandling drugs including fentanyl, incorrect records, breaching conditions of his registration and dishonesty.
13 Feb 2024
GPs advocate for change at Scope of Practice roadshow
GPs have left a lasting impression on decisionmakers, as those responsible for the reforms embark on a nationwide tour to hear directly from medical professionals.
13 Feb 2024
Loneliness epidemic plaguing young Australians
GPs are being urged to warn young patients of the ‘insidious harms of online interactions’ as data reveals 42% are experiencing distress.
13 Feb 2024
Updates to the HTA Policy and Methods Review Reference Committee – 13 February 2024
Updates to the HTA Policy and Methods Review Reference Committee – 13 February 2024
13 Feb 2024
Cryptosporidiosis alert for NSW
After a steep recent increase in cryptosporidiosis cases across the state, NSW Health is advising the community not to swim for at least two weeks after they've had diarrhoea.
13 Feb 2024
Set-up challenges have GP training primed for strong year
Twelve months of hard work, dedication and collaboration have the WA GP training team well placed for the years ahead.