21 Nov 2023
‘Expansive’ perinatal mental health care guidance released
Clinical practice guidelines have been revised to ensure new and expecting parents receive appropriate care and regular screening.
21 Nov 2023
Landmark review to address ‘uneven spread’ of GPs
Policies used to attract healthcare workers to regional Australia will go under the microscope, as part of an effort to address ongoing maldistribution.
21 Nov 2023
New COVID-19 vaccines to be ‘preferred’ option
The vaccines, which target the XBB.1.5 Omicron variant, were approved by the TGA and will be available in Australia from next month.
21 Nov 2023
New campaign launched to promote respect for health workers
A new awareness campaign has been launched to promote respect towards our dedicated health workers, with staff members from the Department of Health featuring at the centre of the statewide campaign.
21 Nov 2023
Timely update for Australian doctors treating most common symptom
A critical clinical update on the management of a common symptom will help doctors treating patients with cough to highlight red flags and zero in on targeted treatment plans; and is fully supported by Lung Foundation Australia.
20 Nov 2023
Private opioid dependence scripts extended
The Government will allow GPs to continue issuing private prescriptions until June next year, but the RACGP is calling for a permanent solution.
20 Nov 2023
World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week 18-24 November 2023
During World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, remember that the incorrect use of antibiotics increases drug resistance in the bugs we are trying to kill.
20 Nov 2023
ATAGI recommendations on use of the Moderna and Pfizer monovalent Omicron XBB.1.5 COVID-19 vaccines
Recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on the use of XBB 1.5 COVID-19 vaccines.
20 Nov 2023
New medicine adverse event search for sponsors
We have launched a new search functionality in the Adverse Event Management System (AEMS)- external site web portal.
20 Nov 2023
Second location selected for examination of internationally qualified nurses and midwives
Overseas trained nurses and midwives will enjoy shorter wait times under an expansion of assessment capabilities.