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Gameto Partners with Australian-Based IVF Clinic IVFAustralia of Virtus Health

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AUSTIN, Texas–BUSINESS WIRE– Gameto, a women’s health biotechnology company dedicated to advancing innovative solutions in reproductive health, has announced a partnership with Australian-based IVF clinic chain, IVFAustralia (IVFA) part of the Virtus Health group. Under this partnership, Gameto’s product, Fertilo, will be available for patients at select IVFA/Virtus clinics. The Virtus Health clinic network is … Continued

RACGP calls for free Meningococcal B vaccination program to save lives

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The Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) has called on the Western Australian Government to listen to the calls of families across the state and fund a life-saving Meningococcal B vaccination program.  It comes following Meningitis Centre Australia’s Meningococcal B Memory Tree event today in which the Western Australian Opposition committed to a future Liberal … Continued

Radio news grabs for Qld, NSW, ACT: RACGP response to Queensland government GP payroll tax exemption

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Today, Queensland’s government revealed a full exemption from payroll tax for independent general practitioners.  The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners welcomed the move. Recorded radio news grabs and further context are linked below, from:  RACGP Queensland Chair Dr Cath Hester RACGP President Dr Michael Wright RACGP NSW&ACT Chair Dr Rebekah Hoffman Further context:  Practices run … Continued

New reports reinforce need for brain health campaign

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New reports released today from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) reinforce that dementia is a public health issue and a focus on preventing or delaying dementia is needed urgently. The Australian Burden of Disease Study 2024 confirmed that dementia is the second leading cause of disease burden (4.5%) after coronary heart disease … Continued

LTR Pharma Announces Early Launch of Online Men’s Health Platform

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Highlights: Online telehealth platform facilitating regulated prescription of SPONTAN® has launched ahead of Q1 2025 target. Australian men can now access SPONTAN through the TGA’s early access scheme through a strategic joint venture with Restorative Health Clinic Pty Ltd (RSHC), with bookings via rshealth.com.au. Platform delivers comprehensive men’s health services through online telehealth consultations. Early … Continued

Young engineers shine during the Model Solar Challenge competition

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Young engineers from across the Asia-Pacific battled it out as UNSW Sydney recently hosted the finals of the Australian-International Model Solar Challenge. The competition aims to deliver a first-hand educational experience to students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), with an emphasis on design, engineering and renewable energy. The event, open … Continued

HCF Research Foundation invests $1.4M in innovative patient care solutions

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THURSDAY, 12 DECEMBER 2024: The HCF Research Foundation, Australia’s largest non-government funder of health services research, has announced the latest outcomes of its prestigious Translational Research Grants (TRG). The four pioneering projects focus on workforce optimisation and patient-centred solutions, translating cutting-edge research into practical applications that improve safety, enhance care, and tackle real-world healthcare challenges … Continued

New study reveals NDIS reforms penalise NDIS clients

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A new survey has revealed that many National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) clients, who are dependent on the now excluded qualified Remedial Massage Therapists and Myotherapists to maintain their health and well-being, will be worse off under the new Supports rules. Ann Davey, CEO Massage & Myotherapy Australia said that the results provide a very … Continued

Monash experts: Pharmacist advice to help heal summer skin ailments

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Monash University pharmacist educators are available for comment on how pharmacists can provide guidance to manage common skin conditions that crop up during the hot summer months.    Please note, the following experts are registered pharmacists, not medical doctors. If symptoms are severe, or recommended treatments accessed over-the-counter are not working, then people should see … Continued

Obesity and overweight overtake tobacco disease burden

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12 December 2024 The Public Health Association of Australia has reacted to the release of The Australian Burden of Disease Study 2024 report today, calling for Government action on overweight and obesity to help keep Australians well and out of hospitals. The new report, published by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, found that … Continued