13 Nov 2023
Virtual reality is helping brain injury survivors regain use of their arms and hands
Survivors of brain injuries caused by stroke and other serious events can lose function in their arms and hands. An Australian company is creating a virtual reality therapy system to help survivors regain the use of these limbs.
13 Nov 2023
Telehealth bulk billing reprieve on the way
Better integrated digital assignment of benefit forms are set to provide relief for GPs currently trapped in an ‘administrative nightmare’.
13 Nov 2023
Doctors push for health approval on all new fossil fuel projects
Thousands of medical professionals say there is a need for urgent climate action, with 2023 set to be the hottest year ever recorded.
13 Nov 2023
Melbourne clinic notches up a century of care
Mont Albert Medical Centre was formed as the Roaring 1920s got into their swing – and has been going strong ever since.
12 Nov 2023
Tasmanian nurses and midwives honoured in awards ceremony
The exceptional achievements of Tasmanian nurses and midwives have been recognised at an awards ceremony on Friday, 10 November.
10 Nov 2023
'PBAC Public Summary Documents – July 2023 meeting'
PBAC Public Summary Documents – July 2023 meeting
10 Nov 2023
Australia’s ‘disempowering’ dependence on mental health medication
New data has revealed more prescriptions are being filled than ever before, but there are fears many patients are skipping follow-up care.
10 Nov 2023
Book in for a booster and protect yourself from COVID-19
Tasmanians are being urged to stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations and, if it’s been longer than six months, to book in for a booster to ensure they are fully protected from serious illness.
10 Nov 2023
Common STIs surge among young people
Australia has seen a post-pandemic rise in gonorrhoea and chlamydia infections, with people aged 15–29 making up the majority of cases.
10 Nov 2023
Ventolin nebules shortage flagged
A shortage of the 2.5 mg/2.5 mL salbutamol inhalation solution ampoule is expected from mid next week until August 2024.