04 Nov 2024
Could stricter salt ‘laws’ save lives?
Researchers say manufacturers should be made to reduce sodium levels in packaged food, saying it will bring ‘enormous reductions’ in CVD.
30 Oct 2024
Menopause support for patients with severe symptoms
GPs can now refer patients with complex menopause symptoms to South Western Sydney Local Health District’s (SWSLHD) Specialist Menopause Service, offering multidisciplinary care at no cost.
04 Nov 2024
Changes to My Emergency Doctor after-hours service
Starting 1 January 2025, South Western Sydney PHN will no longer fund My Emergency Doctor after-hours telehealth consultations for general patients.
31 Oct 2024
This week at the AMA from the President
AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen provides members with an update of events from the past week.
18 Oct 2024
"Eligible CPD activities for Antenatal Shared Care. 14 Oct"
GPs wanting to maintain their registration as an ANSC provider must complete three hours of eligible CPD and a short, online form by 31 October each year, to retain their registration.
18 Oct 2024
Use new RACGP Measuring Outcomes Tool
Are you struggling to obtain Measuring Outcomes hours?
18 Oct 2024
Telehealth training empowers healthcare professionals 16 Oct
Telehealth training in September has left healthcare providers in South Western Sydney better equipped than ever to embrace the digital future of healthcare.
17 Oct 2024
Medical practitioner suspended for inadequate patient care and record-keepingx
A Victorian general practitioner has received a reprimand and a three-month suspension for failing to adequately treat a patient addicted to sleeping tablets and failing to maintain appropriately detailed medical records.
17 Oct 2024
Call for applications: International qualified nurse and midwife examination committees
The Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Committee (NMAC) is calling for applications for appointment to the following examination committees:
18 Oct 2024
Breastscreen SA introduces sensory friendly clinics
South Australian women with sensory sensitivities will be able to access a breast screen in a more supportive environment with BreastScreen SA to introduce sensory friendly clinics from later this month.
