Ita Buttrose Launches New Report on Quality of Residential Care
28 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithCurrent Australian of the Year and Alzheimer’s Australia National President, Ita Buttrose, has released a report, Quality of Residential Care: The Consumer Perspective, which calls for urgent action to improve the quality of residential aged care.
Volunteers Wanted for Vaccine Trial
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Queensland's Senior Doctors Approve New Draft Contracts
19 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithAfter months of negotiation, Queensland Health’s new draft contracts for senior doctors have received a tick of approval from the Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs).
Australian health design is committed to quality healthcare
18 November, 2013 by ahhbTo demonstrate a commitment to quality design and construction of health buildings, the design professional community has established the Australian Health Design Council. Inaugural chair Jane Carthey explains the council’s focus and aspirations.
LASA National Board Develops Action Plan with Minister Andrews
15 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithLASA National Board met with Minister Kevin Andrews to discuss key issues affecting the industry.
World Diabetes Day Today
14 November, 2013 by Petrina Smith[caption id="attachment_5565" align="alignleft" width="200"] Melbourne Town Hall lit up for World Diabetes Day[/caption]
New Innovations Recognised at National Aged Care Hospitality Award
12 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithThe inaugural National Aged Care Hospitality Award for Catering Innovation of the Year has been presented to Victorian Aged Care contract caterers United Hospitality, along with NSW Aged Care provider the Whiddon Group.
It looks like a refresh of the national e-health strategy will come soon – we sure need it
11 November, 2013 by ahhbOver the last few months I have been hearing that a range of stakeholders have and are being consulted as to their views on what will be the best way forward for e-Health in Australia, recognising that we need e-Health to work well as a part of the larger strategic health reform response to addressing the rising cost of healthcare in the context of the ageing society.
Outstanding Achievement Recognised by Medical Technology Industry
08 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithJamie Stanistreet, Managing Director of Medtronic Australasia, has been awarded the inaugural medical technology industry Outstanding Achievement Award.
Ethics and patient feedback
07 November, 2013 by ahhbWhen it comes to gathering reliable patient feedback, there needs to be careful consideration on the method of collecting information, writes Professor Colin Thomson.
Queensland Alliance for Mental Health Takes out Award
29 October, 2013 by Petrina SmithQueensland Alliance for Mental Health (QAMH) has taken out the Queensland division of the?2013 Resilient Australia Awards for its Resilient Places project.
Meningococcal Tops Disease Concerns for Australian GPs and Parents
29 October, 2013 by Petrina SmithA new survey reveals Australian GPs and parents have a high level of concern about meningococcal disease and many mistakenly believe they have full protection against this potentially deadly disease.1,2
Developing and implementing standard 7 blood and blood products
28 October, 2013 by ahhbThe National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards are part on an ongoing series in AHHB. General Manager of the National Blood Authority, Leigh McJames explains how Standard 7 – Blood and Blood Products is leading improvements in the blood sector.
Inaugural Survey of People who have been Referred to a Psychologist - University of Sydney
24 October, 2013 by Petrina SmithThe first survey of people who have been referred to a psychologist by their general practitioner is being undertaken by the University of Sydney.
