The Australian Government has launched the National COVID-19 Health Management Plan for 2023 to ensure Australia’s healthcare system has the capacity and capability to respond
A new report reveals that the Australian Government’s Better Access initiative, which aims to broaden access to mental health care services, is not equally serving
Private health insurers and hospitals are set to receive a new funding arrangement for around 500 surgical general use and consumable items. The default benefits
Supportive, caring relationships do not end on a certain birthday. Last month the NSW Government announced it would extend the age people can stay in
Having a people-centric workplace not only enables a better understanding of people’s needs, motivation and concerns but also makes a more efficient, more enjoyable environment
New artificial intelligence (AI) technology that detects subtle changes in the retina could prove a game-changer in helping millions of people avoid vision loss or
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has raised concerns that the government’s proposal for a new in-home aged care program does not include
Public hospital emergency department performance continues to improve, showing the health system is recovering after an extremely busy winter. Patients continued to receive high-quality, safe
Public hospitals in NSW have been recognised in AIHW’s report as Australia’s best performance in emergency departments. NSW’s public hospitals have been recognised as the
A new genetic mutation behind childhood glaucoma has been identified by a team of international researchers, including from Flinders University. The research found through DNA
A new review has found that blood pressure medications may be unnecessary received by patients with non-heart related conditions. Patients in hospital for non-heart related
Monitoring blood pressure using a digital camera could soon be the norm, thanks to an innovative technique demonstrated by Australian and Iraqi researchers. Using the