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.
