23 Feb 2024
RACGP names new CEO
The college’s current Chief GP Training Officer Georgina van de Water has been appointed to the role, commencing on 5 April.
23 Feb 2024
Make retirement part of their health plan
SPONSORED: Managing the transition into retirement can not only provide social benefits, but also help improve health outcomes.
23 Feb 2024
Tasmanian Labor vows against payroll tax, if elected
As the state prepares to head to the polls, the Opposition promised not to apply the tax grab if it wins government, in a move welcomed by the RACGP.
23 Feb 2024
Breast cancer cannot wait: Open letter regarding inadequate access to diagnostic imaging in Tasmania for breast cancer
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) remains deeply concerned about the lack of access to diagnostic imaging in the public system in the south of Tasmania and calls on all candidates contesting the 2024.
22 Feb 2024
Why I’m a Dr4Drs – Dr Annette Barratt
Dr Annette Barratt, the state Medical Director of Drs4Drs in Tasmania, recently spoke to federal AMA staff about the Drs4Drs service.
22 Feb 2024
AMA submission calls for reform to unfair health rules affecting prisoners
The AMA is calling for reforms to unfair and outdated rules that prevent Australian prisoners from receiving equitable healthcare.
22 Feb 2024
Mekong region health professionals visit the AMA
This month, the AMA hosted a group of international doctors to discuss gender equity in medicine and healthcare.
22 Feb 2024
AMA responds to closure of the Veterans’ MATES program
The AMA will advocate for a new program to support better health outcomes for veterans following a decision to end the Veterans’ MATES program.
22 Feb 2024
Legionnaires’ disease alert for Sydney
NSW Health is advising people who have spent time in areas near Victoria Park in Camperdown, including parts of the University of Sydney Camperdown campus.
22 Feb 2024
AMA Submission on changes to the National Law
The AMA has provided a submission to state and territory health ministers on proposed changes to the National Law for health practitioners in relation to sexual misconduct.