Health Policy
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Choice warned customers to research the new policies AAP - 01-04-2019
Sweeping changes to private health insurance have consumer group Choice warning customers to research the new policies and product tiers in coming weeks.
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What is the Medicare rebate freeze and what does it mean for you? HealthTimes - 27-03-2019
Helen Dickinson,
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More visits to the doctor doesn't mean better care - it's time for a Medicare shake-up HealthTimes - 08-03-2019
Jane Hall, University
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Doctor's insurance: how you can stay protected against the biggest risks HealthTimes - 08-03-2019
If you’re thinking of becoming a doctor or you’re new to the medical industry, it’s critical you understand the risks involved and what’s necessary
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NSW government will invest $750 million into the redevelopment of Royal Prince Alfred Hospital AAP - 06-03-2019
The NSW government will invest $750 million into the redevelopment of Royal Prince Alfred Hospital starting with expansion of emergency and imaging departments.
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Public consultation underway to boost the clinical trials sector HealthTimes - 28-02-2019
Reforms are underway to boost Australia’s clinical trials sector and attract more clinical trials – giving Australian patients increased access to potentially
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Police and security services should work in conjunction with health authorities AAP - 18-01-2019
World leaders are being urged to get police, armed forces and the health sector working together to reduce the costs of disengagement. Police
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Upcoming changes to categorisation of private health insurance products HealthTimes - 15-04-2020
On 1 April, 2019, there will be significant chances to the way private hospital cover benefits are categorised in Australia. These changes are coming about as a result of
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Funding for research and development is decreasing AAP - 14-12-2018
Universities Australia has launched a campaign to highlight the importance of research and development, as it faces dwindling levels of federal funding.
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Survey shows sugar tax wins support from young Aussies AAP - 14-12-2018
Most young people would support a tax being slapped on sugary drinks if the money was used to subsidise fruit and vegetables or exercise facilities, a study has found.
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The South Australian government has outlined a plan to make major health savings AAP - 26-11-2018
The South Australian government will look to make savings of more than $270 million across the state's public
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Waiting for better care: why Australia's hospitals and health care is failing HealthTimes - 31-10-2018
Stephen Duckett, Grattan
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Australians may be missing out on medical rebates by not registering for the Medicare Safety Net AAP - 29-10-2018
Couples and families may be missing out on medical rebates by not registering for the Medicare Safety Net, Human Services Minister Michael Keenan says.
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NSW firefighters can now easily claim compensation for cancer under new laws AAP - 25-10-2018
Firefighters diagnosed with certain cancers in NSW will soon be able to claim compensation without having to prove themselves it was because of their work.
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A new national standard guidelines aim to reduce colonoscopies AAP - 10-09-2018
A new national standard, which offers guidance to patients, clinicians and health services, aims to reduce the number of unnecessary colonoscopies.
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All tourists visiting Australia should be compelled to take out private health insurance AAP - 06-09-2018
All tourists visiting Australia would be forced to take out health insurance under a proposal being spruiked by NSW. But the state's peak
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Medicare Benefits Schedule undervalues Nurse Pracitioners: ACN HealthTimes - 26-07-2018
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) has called for adequate reimbursement for services provided by Nurse Practitioners through the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS).
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Senate committee has recommended the government consider allowing the donation of genetic material AAP - 28-06-2018
A Senate committee has recommended the government consider allowing donation of genetic material to fight a rare disease affecting babies.
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Victoria's health department will conduct a review into urgent care centres AAP - 25-06-2018
Victoria's health department will conduct a review over fears regional patients are being charged for free and urgent medical treatment.
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New Australian guidelines for treating transgender adolescents AAP - 19-06-2018
New Australian guidelines for treating transgender adolescents could see more teens given hormone replacement therapy at a younger age. More
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