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Tuesday, 17 August 2010
GPs to drive Australian Lung Census
General Practitioners (GPs) are being urged to assess the lung health of 50,000 adults as
part of the largest screening of lung function to be undertaken in Australia.
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Wednesday, 21 July 2010
Myhospitals Website
For the first time all Australians will soon be able to view important data about their public hospitals thanks to a new website being developed as part of the Governments ambitious health reform agenda.
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Wednesday, 21 July 2010
Experts to Help Deliver Better Diabetes Services
People with diabetes will join health professionals, including medical specialists, general practitioners, nurses and allied health professionals, on an Advisory Group to help the Government deliver better services for Australians with diabetes.
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Wednesday, 21 July 2010
Communities Get Together to Get Fit, Keep Fit & Lose Weight
Communities right round Australia will be walking, cycling, lifting and eating their way to good health thanks to $6 million in grants announced on 15 July. It is expected that when fully operational these programs will be helping at least 150,000 people improve their health.
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Wednesday, 21 July 2010
TGA Investigation into febrile reactions in young children following 2010 seasonal trivalent influenza vaccination
The TGA has posted on its website a comprehensive statement on the investigation into flu vaccine in children under 5 years.
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Thursday, 15 July 2010
Leading Organisations to Run Nursing and Allied Health Scholarship Scheme
Two expert organisations with proven track records have been appointed by the Australian Government to administer the Nursing and Allied Health Scholarship and Support Scheme.
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