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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 ...

Burden of Disease Study: poor diet higher than previously thought 8/16/2016

The Australian Burden of Disease Study: impact and causes of illness and death in Australia 2011- summary report was released on 5 August 2016 by the Australian Institute of Health ...

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.

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. ...

Increasing access to cannabis-based medicine in NSW 8/2/2016

Doctors in NSW will now be able to apply to prescribe a broader range of cannabis- based medicines as a result of NSW Government regulatory changes.

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.

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 ...

Primary healthcare research funding inadequate: RACGP 7/19/2016

General practice health services are among the most efficient and cost-effective in the nation, consuming only 7% of Australia's total health spend on Medicare while assisting almost ...

Urgent national overhaul needed for reliable general practice data 7/19/2016

The latest Issues Brief from the Deeble Institute for Health Policy Research emphasises the need to urgently address the lack of reliable national primary health data, particularly ...

Leveraging digital technology to improve the patient experience 7/13/2016

Recently, we covered the rise of telemedicine, a rapidly growing industry estimated to reach US $86.7 billion in 2023, growing from just $21.1 billion in 2014.

NSW children provided compassionate access to cannabis-based medicine 7/12/2016

In an Australian first, NSW children with severe treatment-resistant epilepsy will be provided with compassionate access to Epidiolex® , a GW Pharmaceuticals cannabis-based medicine. ...

Time for strategic vision and leadership for health: AHHA 7/12/2016

All options should be on table as we reconsider health funding that delivers affordable care with equity of access.

Health Destination 'pharmacies of the future' achieving success 7/12/2016

An innovative, whole-of-business program transforming pharmacies into a local health destination is delivering effective healthcare services and improving consumer engagement, ...

Australia's first national health card released 7/12/2016

Australia’s Health Tracker was released 5 July 2016 by Australian Health Policy Collaboration (AHPC) at Victoria University and supported by 50 health and welfare organisations.

RACGP calls for focus on improving primary healthcare 7/5/2016

The absolute first priority for the incoming Government should be to end the extended freeze on the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS).

Telemedicine set to become mainstream 6/30/2016

Though it raises a host of questions for regulators, providers, insurers and patients alike - telemedicine is here and it’s set to become mainstream, and fast!

NSW continues to drive innovation in medical research 6/28/2016