A clinical practice guideline for the appropriate use of methylenedioxymethamphetamine-assisted psychotherapy to treat PTSD has been released for consultation. [ + ]

A tool aimed at better supporting parents to raise concerns about their child's condition if they feel it is getting worse is being rolled out across all NSW public hospitals. [ + ]

The NSW Government has given a first look at the designs for a new 30-bed inpatient unit at Blacktown Hospital — part of a $120 million upgrade program. [ + ]

The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has unveiled its first new brand since establishment in 2006, along with a five-year strategic plan. [ + ]

The Australian College of Nursing has appointed its new president, Group Captain Kath Stein FACN GAICD — taking over from Adjunct Professor David Plunkett FACN. [ + ]

A Mackay Hospital and Health Service (HHS) investigation has prompted a statewide audit of HSS processes for recruiting, managing and monitoring senior medical officers. [ + ]

Ramsay Health Care has announced the progressive closure of 17 psychology clinics by the end of August — as part of a transition "to a more flexible and sustainable model". [ + ]

Professor Michelle Barakat-Johnson has been named the winner of the sixth annual Health Minister's Award for Nursing Trailblazers. [ + ]

Foundation works have started to progress on the $900m new Melton Hospital in Victoria, construction on which is expected to be complete in 2029. [ + ]

More than 800 nursing leaders are gathering in Canberra from today for the three-day National Nursing Forum, the Australian College of Nursing's signature event. [ + ]

In Victoria, 10 projects across eight health services will receive funding as part of a program to replace and upgrade critical diagnostic and surgical equipment. [ + ]

To help health professionals ensure patients prescribed a pMDI know how to use a spacer, the National Asthma Council Australia has released a suite of resources. [ + ]

Insights into virtual care experiences of more than 12,000 NSW patients have been revealed in a recent Bureau of Health Information report. [ + ]

Amid heightened scrutiny around AI scribes in health care, the Australasian Institute of Digital Health has released an information sheet. [ + ]

Until 23 July, nominations are open for the 2025 Australian Mental Health Prize, now in its 10th year. [ + ]