15 Jun 2023
TGA’s vaping crackdown a sign of things to come
The medicines regulator issued infringement notices to four entities this week, totalling almost $600,000.
15 Jun 2023
Push to improve links between hospitals and general practice
The connection between GPs and hospitals can be fraught. Dr Edwin Kruys describes a Queensland system he believes is making a difference.
15 Jun 2023
Lower birthweight an independent risk factor for T2D: Study
It is also linked to diagnosis at a younger age, a lower prevalence of overweight/obesity, and fewer family members with a history of diabetes.
15 Jun 2023
AMA members in 2023 King’s Birthday Honours List
Dozens of AMA members, including Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd, have been honoured in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours List.
14 Jun 2023
Health & medical research leaders are solving health problems and improving health careg
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14 Jun 2023
MPs and Senators urged to support 60-day dispensing to save Australians money and time
Consumer, health and doctor organisations have united to urge members of parliament (MPs) and Senators to put consumers first and support 60-day dispensing to save money and time for Australians.
14 Jun 2023
Emerging health and medical research leaders are solving health problems and improving health care
The MRFF’s Early to Mid-Career Researchers initiative helps emerging health and medical research leaders team up to solve difficult health problems or improve health care. Project leaders explain their ground-breaking research.
14 Jun 2023
Health response to climate change heats up
A new national health and climate strategy is now out for feedback. What role is likely for general practice?
14 Jun 2023
GP support for changes that would help end ‘cycle of poverty’
An RACGP submission has recommended several initiatives aimed at improving access to dental care.