Industry & Reform
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950 nurses to join NSW hospitals
NSW will recruit 950 additional nurses as minimum nurse-to-patient ratios expand to more than 360 hospital wards, extending one of…
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Breaking the silence on dementia
As dementia cases continue to rise, researchers and advocates are calling for better support, greater understanding and more open conversations…
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The private health rebate debate
As debate continues over the future of age-based private health insurance rebates, researchers say historical evidence points to only modest…
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Vic launches Women’s Pain Standard
Victoria has launched an Australian-first Women’s Pain Standard after an inquiry found widespread experiences of medical bias, delayed diagnoses and…
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First National Health Literacy Framework launched
A new national framework will guide governments, health services and community organisations in improving health literacy, with modelling suggesting better…
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Research nurses seek greater support
Clinical research nurses are urging governments and sector leaders to invest in workforce development, warning Australia risks falling behind internationally…
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$46.5m for McGrath prostate cancer nurses
Dedicated prostate cancer nurses will join the McGrath Foundation workforce under a $46.5 million government investment aimed at improving care…
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Postpartum care in inquiry spotlight
A new Senate Select Committee will investigate women’s health issues including postpartum care, fertility and women’s pain, with health groups…
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Government extends CHSP to 2029
The government's decision to retain CHSP until 2029 has been welcomed by providers and advocates, with Aged Care Minister Sam…
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First National Nursing Workforce Strategy launched
Australia’s first National Nursing Workforce Strategy has been launched, with nursing organisations welcoming the roadmap while calling for funding, accountability…
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