Marshall moves to force split of health district
Adam Marshall has introduced a Private Members’ Bill which will force the split of the Newcastle-centric Hunter New England Health District.
Local health leaders recognised at PHN awards
An Inverell Nurse, Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service, and Moree health leader Donna Taylor (pictured), and are among the recipients of the 2023 PHN Awards.
Peer led health program launched in local high schools
A peer-led program which motivates high school students to improve their physical activity, diet and overall wellbeing was launched by local non profit HealthWISE at Glen Innes High School
New purpose built 4WD ambulances will reach patients in challenging terrain
The NSW Government has rolled out 80 new four-wheel drive ambulances across the state
Migraine medications struggle to get PBS listing
Migraine has been redefined as a genetic sensory processing disorder but the new medications that can manage the complex condition are struggling to get on the PBS.
New Armidale GP reopens surgery books, but town doctor shortage still lingers
The arrival of a new GP has allowed the Faulkner Street Medical Centre to reopen its books but the town is still struggling to attract enough doctors.
Petition to get PM to keep his word on newborn screening
Better Access Australia has launched a petition calling for the Albanese Government to honour their election commitment to introduce a national newborn screening program.
New program in Inverell works towards Closing the Gap
Inverell is another step closer to closing the gap with Bandaar Walaaybaa Community Hub Aboriginal Corporation’s newest program launching today.
RACGP calls for migration reform to help rural doctor shortage
The RACGP has urged a government inquiry to cut migration red tape that is holding back international doctors from practising in Australia.
“It should have been done years ago” – Budget provides bulk-billing relief for rural doctors
Warialda Medical Centre has dumped its plans to start charging all patients at its practice after the government increased the bulk billing incentive in this week's Budget.