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Doctor workforce increasingly specialised: AIHW report 8/30/2016

The last decade has seen a shift toward a medical workforce with more specialist roles, according to a report that explores the characteristics of medical practitioners, released 24 ...

Queensland Health moves to notify cardiac patients about bacteria 8/30/2016

The Department of Health will begin contacting public patients who have undergone certain types of open-heart surgery, particularly heart valve replacement, and may have been exposed ...

Protect vulnerable people as flu cases rise: NSW Health 8/23/2016

NSW Health is urging people with flu symptoms to stay away from aged care facilities and vulnerable groups following a spike in influenza presentations to emergency departments and ...

RACGP calls for urgent action to support health of Australia’s youth 8/23/2016

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander males are experiencing the highest rate of youth suicide in the world and health outcomes for all young Australians - particularly the disadvantaged ...

Medical Board consults on revalidation in Australia 8/23/2016

Strengthened continuing professional development and screening for at-risk doctors should underpin future approaches to revalidation in Australia, according to an expert report to ...

Navigating the human genome with Sequins 8/23/2016

Australian genomics researchers have announced the development of Sequins – synthetic ‘mirror’ DNA sequences that reflect the human genome.

1 in 6 Australians have chronic back problems 8/16/2016

An estimated 3.7 million Australians had chronic back problems in 2014–15, according to a report released 16 August 2016 by the Australian Institute for Health and Welfare (AIHW).

Medicinal cannabis one step closer for Victorian patients 8/16/2016

Victorian patients are one step closer to accessing medicinal cannabis with the Andrews Labor Government’s horticultural trial entering its second phase and a new Independent Medical ...

Recommendations for prescribing medicine for an ageing population 8/16/2016

The latest lists developed by specialties from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) as part of the Choosing Wisely Australia® initiative deliver a strong message on ...

Avoid recalled rockmelon after Salmonella outbreak: NSW Health 8/9/2016

NSW Health is warning people to not consume rockmelon that is being recalled while an investigation into the source of a national outbreak of a rare strain of Salmonella is underway. ...

Time to match healthcare with 21st Century consumer needs: RACGP 8/9/2016

Health and consumer leaders have released a blueprint for 21st Century Medicare aimed at giving patients greater say in a team-based health care system.

Vic hospital waiting lists at six-year low 8/9/2016

The number of Victorian patients waiting for elective surgery is at its lowest level since June 2010.

Garvan researchers uncover complex genetic secrets of cancer risk 8/9/2016

In a landmark multi-country study, Australian researchers have transformed our understanding of the genes that affect our risk of cancer.

International team set to fight antimicrobial resistant superbugs 8/2/2016

University of Queensland researchers are leading an international effort to slow the emergence of antimicrobial-resistant superbugs forecast to kill more people than cancer by 2050. ...

Bed numbers rising more in private hospitals than in public hospitals 8/2/2016

In 2014–15, there were 1,322 hospitals in Australia—698 public and 624 private hospitals, according to reports released 29 July 2016 by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare ...

Pros and Cons of the New Electronic Medical Practice Environment 7/27/2016

Technological advances have brought about both advantages and disadvantages to those in medical practice.

NSW Health report shows over 65s drink alcohol more than young people 7/26/2016

The 2016 Chief Health Officer’s Report, Trends in alcohol use and health-related harms in NSW, has revealed a new picture of community drinking patterns.

Health Care Home trial must be properly funded: AMA 7/26/2016

In AMA Family Doctor Week, the AMA is calling on the Federal Government to allocate appropriate funding for the trial of the Health Care Home model of care for patients with chronic ...

Qld scientists discover new distant relative of dengue virus 7/26/2016

A new strain of dengue virus discovered by Queensland scientists could help researchers evaluate the effectiveness of potential vaccines and treatments for the disease.

RACGP calls on govt to address urgent reform of primary healthcare 7/26/2016

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has called for the Federal Government to quickly address plans to sustain and improve our health system, focusing specifically ...

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