Australia's health report: leading causes of ill-health and risk factors
03 July, 2024Around three in five Australians were estimated to live with at least one long-term health condition, and two in five with two or more such conditions, in 2022.
Aircraft-inspired approach to tackle hospital noise
27 June, 2024While people know hospitals can be noisy places, the research found the problem is "more severe than expected".
New national allied health officer appointed
21 June, 2024Anita Hobson-Powell has been appointed the new Chief Allied Health Officer for the Department of Health and Aged Care.
St John Ambulance ACT on hunt for new CEO
12 June, 2024After four years in the role, Adrian Watts is set to finish as CEO on 12 July 2024 and move to a role at St John Ambulance Australia.
GP body launches new advocacy plan, network
24 May, 2024There has never been a more important time for general practice advocacy in Australia, said RACGP President Dr Nicole Higgins.
eHealth NSW Chief Dr Zoran Bolevich to lead AIHW
13 May, 2024Dr Zoran Bolevich will leave his role as Chief Executive eHealth NSW and Chief Information Officer NSW Health at the end of May.
Fast track for internationally trained medical specialists
03 May, 2024The process will initially prioritise GPs, anaesthetists, obstetricians and gynaecologists, and psychiatrists (in line with jurisdictional priorities).
NZ's Southern Cross Healthcare gives IV bags a new lease of life
30 April, 2024From providing lifesaving fluids during surgery to a new life giving children a safe landing in playgrounds, PVC IV bags from Southern Cross are now being repurposed.
Decarbonising health care: Australia joins US, UK statement
23 April, 2024The federal government has joined the collaboration with the United States and United Kingdom to decarbonise healthcare supply chains.
DoHAC releases PHN Strategy 2023–24 following audit
12 April, 2024The Department of Health and Aged Care has released the PHN Strategy 2023–24 outlining the role the networks play in supporting health reform.
Professor Christine Kilpatrick to lead ACSQHC as Chair
05 April, 2024The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has appointed Professor Christine Kilpatrick AO as the new Board Chair for a five-year term.
Alpha Lifecare Unveils Avalo Medical Carts by Capsa Healthcare
22 January, 2024In the dynamic realm of healthcare, every second counts, and patient care is paramount.
Health Equity Matters CEO steps down
11 December, 2023Adjunct Professor Darryl O'Donnell is stepping down as CEO of Health Equity Matters after leading the organisation for eight years.
Health Justice Australia CEO to step down
20 November, 2023Dr Tessa Boyd-Caine, founding CEO of Health Justice Australia, will step down from her role at the end of January 2024.
How to close the gender pay gap in health care
18 September, 2023 by Kris Grant*Coming up to the UN's International Equal Pay Day on 18 September, Australian women working in the healthcare sector still earn on average around $18,000 less than men each year. Employers must put action behind the rhetoric on equal pay and close this huge gap.
