Whatever it takes Doctor, prolonging death in the ICU
16 October, 2014 by ahhbProposed Amendments to Pharmaceutical Benefits Act
17 September, 2014 by Petrina SmithAmendments are proposed to the National Health (Pharmaceutical Benefits) (Conditions of approval for approved pharmacists) Determination 2007.
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Program Presents Excellent Results
09 September, 2014 by Petrina SmithA study at the University of Sydney has found that the number of cases of young women affected by genital warts, or human papillomavirus, has dropped by 61% since the national human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine program was introduced in 2007.
ANMF says No Deal on any Co-payments
05 August, 2014 by Petrina SmithThe Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) says nurses and midwives won’t agree to any co-payments for GP visits or other services - our healthcare system is for everyone.
Australian Smoking Rates at Record Lows
17 July, 2014 by Petrina SmithNew data showing a record fall in smoking rates confirms that Australia is on track to achieve major reductions in smoking-related diseases, Cancer Council Australia said today.
A Gum Disease Treatment is Improving Vascular health in Aboriginal Australians
26 June, 2014 by Petrina SmithA first of its kind study among Aboriginal Australians has found a simple non-surgical gum disease treatment markedly reduces the thickness of the wall of the arteries, a risk factor for heart disease.
Grattan Institute Report Says Health Professionals Squandering Skills
14 April, 2014 by Petrina SmithEnabling less highly-trained hospital workers to play a bigger role could improve jobs for doctors and nurses, save public hospitals nearly $430 million a year and fund treatment for more than 85,000 extra people, says a new Grattan Institute report.
New Medicines Listed on Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme from 1 April
19 March, 2014 by Petrina SmithTen new medicines to treat a range of illnesses from rare forms of cancer to skin conditions will be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) from 1 April.
Australians Continue to Pay More for Pharmaceuticals Than Consumers in Other Countries
15 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithAustralians continue to pay more for pharmaceuticals than consumers in other countries, although the introduction of generic medicines has contributed to some lowering of prices, according to research published in this month's edition of the Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association’s journal, The Australian Health Review.
Take Our Infection Control Quiz
20 June, 2013 by Ryan MccannPlease take this short quiz to see how your infection control measures at your workplace rate and receive a FREE mini guide to Hygienic Laundry Practice.
Children’s Hospital Job Cuts
07 February, 2013 by John ConnoleThe NSW government has attempted to ease fears of job cuts at two Sydney children's hospitals despite pressure to slash labour costs.
