By API User
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
By API User
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
By API User
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
By API User
Researchers at the National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs (NCCRED) have launched the S-Check app to encourage people who use methamphetamine to seek help and treatment earlier. S-Check is a self-administered smartphone app for people to track their methamphetamine use, monitor the impact of the drug on their health and wellbeing, and get tips … Continued
By API User
11.12.24 DON’T LET YOUR ORAL HEALTH TAKE A VACATION WHILE ON HOLIDAYS VIDEO OF ORAL HEALTH HOLIDAY TIPS ATTACHED GETTING AWAY ON HOLIDAYS IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF SUMMER FOR MOST AUSTRALIANS – but they come with a certain amount of risk including to your mouth. With new and exciting sports and thrill-seeking … Continued
By API User
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
By API User
11 December 2024 Doctor Ken Wishaw is a hero of many forms. As a doctor, anaesthetist, Australia’s first full-time helicopter rescue doctor, medevac officer for the Royal Australian Air Force and Australian Army, Dr Wishaw’s medical career helped save lives on the Sunshine Coast, interstate and across the world. Now in retirement, he works to … Continued
By API User
Key health organisations have released an 11 point plan to address ongoing shortages of critical pain relief medicines. In an open letter to Members of Parliament with a medical background, the group makes a strong case for urgent action, including the removal of PBS patient contributions for medicines supplied under the Palliative Care Schedule – … Continued
By API User
Australia’s peak body for public health, Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA), applauds the Government’s announcement of a 10-year Action Plan to improve the health and wellbeing of the LGBTIQA+ community. The National Action Plan for the Health and Wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ People, launched today, outlines ways to improve the care LGBTIQA+ people receive and … Continued
By API User
Dementia Australia has today announced the recipients of its inaugural Diversity Small Grant program, awarding more than $320,000 to 11 Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) community groups and organisations across Australia. Each of the 11 recipients were awarded up to $30,000 each to fund activities focused on building … Continued
