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Four of Australia’s leading tobacco experts have united in a landmark call to action today – suggesting Australia slash the number of cigarette retailers to help drive down smoking rates, while also tackling illicit tobacco. The peer-reviewed commentary, published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, was written by Ms Anita Dessaix, … Continued
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Key Facts: *Latest AIHW data shows national BreastScreen program has flatlined for 20 years * BCNA calling for immediate action on delayed reforms to outdated screening program *National program – State inequities *Screening saves lives, poor program uptake will cost lives. Available for interview: Vicki Durston – BCNA, Director Policy, Advocacy and Support Services 1st October … Continued
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The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) and its members are celebrating the third and final pay rise for Australia’s aged care workforce, as a result of the Fair Work Commission’s (FWC) landmark Aged Care Work Value Case. From today, AINs/PCWs receive their final pay increases, while nurses in aged care receive their second … Continued
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Partnership Expands Access to Scalable, High-Quality Single Cell Analysis for Researchers SEATTLE–BUSINESS WIRE– Parse Biosciences, the leader in scalable and accessible single cell sequencing, is pleased to welcome the Netherlands-based Single Cell Discoveries as the newest member of its Certified Service Provider (CSP) Program. As a certified provider, Single Cell Discoveries will expand access to … Continued
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Physical Disability Australia is deeply concerned with recent changes made by South Australia’s Access Taxis and their new policy to remove customers’ abilities to request specific drivers. Our understanding behind this policy change is related to a lack of Access Cab drivers on the road when needed and a desire to share the load … Continued
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A world-first collaboration between Australian and U.S. leaders in space education will see NSW teachers at the forefront of global learning, with the launch of the Aldrin / Andy Thomas Ambassador Program. NSW Department of Education Secretary Murat Dizdar announced the initiative during the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2025 in Sydney. “This is a powerful … Continued
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A new report has found that the majority of Victoria’s residential aged care providers do not provide clear and transparent information about the legal option of voluntary assisted dying (VAD), with some eligible residents missing out on their end-of-life choice as a result. This report finds that, despite VAD being available in Victoria since 2019, … Continued
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LUXEMBOURG–BUSINESS WIRE– The PlasticDustCloud project, a global study led by the Eurofins Environment Testing network, has revealed alarming microplastic pollution in air, with deposition rates of up to 1,300 microplastics per square metre per day (/m2/day). Working with samples collected across 12 sites in 9 countries on 3 continents, this global study highlights the pervasive … Continued
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The National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has approved the registration of the iTrack™ Advance in China Nova Eye has an established, experienced channel partner in China who will expedite market access and manage sales Sales growth expected from late FY26 Nova Eye Medical Limited (ASX: EYE) (Nova Eye Medical or the Company), today announced that … Continued
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Today, new registration standards for designated registered nurse prescribing come in to effect. The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) welcomes this important step forward, and calls on governments to work together to support primary health care nurses to care for people. Comments attributable to APNA President Denise Lyons “This is something the Australian … Continued
