24 Apr 2023
"New alert for scam door knockers"
It's recently come to our attention people claiming to represent Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) are knocking on doors in NSW and asking for donations.
24 Apr 2023
New breast cancer treatments recommended for subsidy on the PBS
The recommendation of three breast cancer drugs for subsidy on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) is a significant step forward for all Australians affected by breast cancer.
24 Apr 2023
Flu vaccination drive ‘comes at a key time’
The RACGP has said it is working closely with the WA Government to ensure next month’s expanded rollout of influenza vaccines runs smoothly.
24 Apr 2023
Long COVID education should be part of CPD: Report
The Government has committed to a national plan and more funds, while the RACGP’s Professor Mark Morgan says more immediate help is needed.
21 Apr 2023
Should meningococcal B vaccine be added to the NIP?
Immunisation against the deadly disease is available, but for most people it comes with a hefty price tag, putting it out of reach.
21 Apr 2023
Code of Conduct Guidelines Made Accessible for All to Understand
New Easy English information about the shared Code of conduct is now available. The easier to understand information will help people who find it hard to read and understand English know what standards of conduct they can expect from a registered health practitioner.
21 Apr 2023
COVID-19 update 21 April 2023
There have been 2,509 new cases of COVID-19 reported in South Australia in the past week. As of 11:59pm Thursday 20 April, there were 126 people with COVID-19 in hospital, including one person in ICU.
21 Apr 2023
New resources aim to support practitioners to manage health records
To help practitioners better understand and meet their health record management obligations, seven National Boards have developed two new health record management resources.
21 Apr 2023
Easy English information about the shared Code of conduct is now available
New Easy English information about the shared Code of conduct for practitioners is now available. The easier to understand information will help people who find it hard to read and understand English know what standards of conduct they can expect from a registered health practitioner.
21 Apr 2023
Recommendations made by the PBAC – March 2023
Recommendations made by the PBAC – March 2023