ACCC blocks proposed pathology merger The regulator has determined that ACL’s proposed acquisition of Healius would likely reduce competition substantially.
Pathology merger would make sub-leasing untenable: GP Alliance General practice owners say the takeover – under review by the ACCC – would leave a ‘hole’ in the finances of many clinics.
‘Strong concerns’: ACCC queries pathology merger bid The regulator has said a proposed takeover of Healius by ACL, a move opposed by the RACGP, could have an adverse effect on patients.
RACGP issues warning over pathology takeover bid A merger that would create Australia’s largest pathology business could be against the best interests of patients, the ACCC has been told.
Winner of ‘This Rural Life’ photo competition announced The winning GP picked up photography as a hobby after being inspired by some of the unique areas rural Australia has to offer.
Final call for ‘This Rural Life’ entrants The RACGP Rural and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health faculties’ photography competition closes Monday 9 August.
RACGP project seeks to inspire a career in rural and Aboriginal health The first stage of ‘This Rural Life’ has now launched with a photo competition that is open to all members.
HealthEngine ordered to pay $2.9m for ‘misleading conduct’ The penalty relates to sharing the personal information of more than 135,000 patients, publishing misleading patient reviews and ratings.