Funding to encourage adoption of secure messaging The incentive, aimed at clinical software providers, is part of the push to eliminate paper-based messaging in healthcare.
Patients warned against early flu shot RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon has urged patients to speak with their doctor before a flu shot to ensure the timing is effective.
Can eating too many eggs lead to heart disease? The short answer is yes, according to a new US study; however, experts have warned against interpreting the results too simplistically.
New GP tool to help avoid unnecessary hospitalisations Developed in part by the CSIRO, the algorithm uses practice data to identify chronically ill patients most in need of preventive intervention.
GPs on frontline of $9.1 billion battle Demand for mental health care continues to grow, with 2.4 million Australians receiving Medicare-subsidised services in 2016–17.
GP warns of hidden danger in the air A Melbourne doctor wants changes to how we commute and plan cities, with evidence mounting that there is no ‘safe’ level of air pollution.
Safety concerns over popular arthritis drug The TGA issued an alert after a study found high doses of tofacitinib could lead to increased risk of blood clots in the lungs and potentially death.
TGA moves to ease fears over a ‘no deal’ Brexit Imported medicines and devices will be minimally affected under a ‘no deal’ Brexit, according to the Therapeutic Goods Administration.
Cheaper treatments for cancer, Parkinson’s and motor neurone patients Changes to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme will see some patients saving up to $300,000 per year.
WHO releases pandemic strategy as summer influenza rates soar Australia’s lab-confirmed rates are around double last year’s, and the WHO has said threat of pandemic is not a question of if, but when.