04 Sep 2023
New Silicosis Support Services offer lifeline for patients
Australia’s peak lung health organisation is preparing for a significant influx of new silicosis diagnoses in coming years with vital support services now in place for patients.
04 Sep 2023
Join us for a webinar on the Medical Research Future Fund PASC research plan and what it means for you
We are co-hosting a webinar with the Consumers Health Forum of Australia to discuss the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) PASC research plan. PASC, or Post-Acute Sequelae of COVID-19, is also known as long COVID.
04 Sep 2023
Another COVID-19 booster for over-75s: ATAGI
The new guidance was released at the same time as an announcement on the upcoming closure of the COVID-19 Vaccination Training Program.
04 Sep 2023
How to treat co-existing insomnia and sleep apnoea
While the comorbid condition can be managed in general practice, the pace of emerging research has made it challenging for GPs to stay up to speed.
04 Sep 2023
GP’s defamation battle settles out of court
It cost three years and $700,000, but a hard-fought legal battle is finally over for Melbourne GP, Dr Adam Smith.
01 Sep 2023
‘What a bloody privilege’: Dr O’Kane’s tale of rural medicine
The GP, currently working and living in a remote NT community, reflects on the rewards and adventure of a life she has forged against the odds.
01 Sep 2023
Victoria’s new Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022
Victoria has a new Mental Health and Wellbeing Act.
01 Sep 2023
New Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission established
Victoria’s new Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission was formally established on 1 September 2023 under the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022.
01 Sep 2023
Townsville distribution centre to improve delivery of vital medical supplies to Queenslanders
A new purpose-built medical supply distribution centre has opened in Townsville, helping to improve the Queensland Health supply chain network across Queensland.
01 Sep 2023
ATAGI Update on the COVID-19 Vaccination Program
Recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) regarding an additional COVID-19 dose for highest risk people in 2023. These recommendations are in addition the previous ATAGI COVID-19 vaccine booster advice published in February 2023.