National law changes bring WA in line with other states, territories
28 May, 2024Health practitioner regulation and public protection have been further strengthened in Western Australia following the passage and enactment of changes to the National Law.
GP body launches new advocacy plan, network
24 May, 2024There has never been a more important time for general practice advocacy in Australia, said RACGP President Dr Nicole Higgins.
Tech solution connects GPs and pharmacists to clinical trials
20 May, 2024Evripath hopes to tackle clinical trial recruitment shortfalls and enhance patient care by connecting GPs and pharmacists to clinical trials.
Funding boost for Vic medtech manufacturer
17 May, 2024Breakthrough Victoria has announced a $5bn investment in Neo-Bionica, a Victorian contract medtech manufacturer.
Budget 2024–25: what it means for health
15 May, 2024Medicare, medications, women's health, cancers, HIV and mental health were some of the key focus areas in the federal government's 2024–25 Budget announcement.
eHealth NSW Chief Dr Zoran Bolevich to lead AIHW
13 May, 2024Dr Zoran Bolevich will leave his role as Chief Executive eHealth NSW and Chief Information Officer NSW Health at the end of May.
National standard to tackle psychotropic medicines harm
09 May, 2024Prescriptions for psychotropic medicines for all Australians have increased by a staggering 60% over the past three decades1.
$1.89bn for health and medical research
06 May, 2024Women's health, reducing health system inequality and cancers with low survival rates get a funding boost in a national strategy.
Fast track for internationally trained medical specialists
03 May, 2024The process will initially prioritise GPs, anaesthetists, obstetricians and gynaecologists, and psychiatrists (in line with jurisdictional priorities).
General use items decision welcomed by the industry
02 May, 2024Reforms to reduce the prices of general use items have already been estimated to save over $78 million dollars.
NZ's Southern Cross Healthcare gives IV bags a new lease of life
30 April, 2024From providing lifesaving fluids during surgery to a new life giving children a safe landing in playgrounds, PVC IV bags from Southern Cross are now being repurposed.
Decarbonising health care: Australia joins US, UK statement
23 April, 2024The federal government has joined the collaboration with the United States and United Kingdom to decarbonise healthcare supply chains.
What factors influence hospital staff retention?
18 April, 2024Rather than applying a 'one-size-fits-all' approach, staff retention efforts need to be tailored to age and profession, suggests a new study.
DoHAC releases PHN Strategy 2023–24 following audit
12 April, 2024The Department of Health and Aged Care has released the PHN Strategy 2023–24 outlining the role the networks play in supporting health reform.
Professor Christine Kilpatrick to lead ACSQHC as Chair
05 April, 2024The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has appointed Professor Christine Kilpatrick AO as the new Board Chair for a five-year term.
