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The ultimate guide to career development for health professionals in just 4 simple steps

Careers and University, Dentistry, Dietetics, Exercise Physiology / Science, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Psychology, Sports Science, The Health Industry

A treasure trove of knowledge for anyone in health who is serious about their career advancement was released recently. It was titled the Allied Health…

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The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety – worthwhile or not? What the AMA, ANMF and Universities Australia have to say

Careers and University, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Psychology, The Health Industry

On September 16, the government announced its plans to establish a Royal Commission that is expected to look into the conditions of the aged care…

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Leading Darwin surgeon claims lack of funding as cause of preventable dental infections, ADA NT president says the problem might be broader than that

Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing

Most cases of emergency medical treatment for deep neck infections at Royal Darwin Hospital could have been avoided with early dental treatment, according to a…

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Consumer health advocates and doctors slam HealthEngine for sharing private patient information while Australian Dental Association slams Whitecoat

Dentistry, Medicine, The Business of Health

HealthEngine, an online service that allows users to browse its health care provider directory and book appointments had reportedly passed on patient data to third…

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20% voluntary sugar reduction regulation for soft-drink businesses to solve the problem of obesity in Australia? Dietitians, doctors and public health advocates not convinced

Dietetics, Exercise Physiology / Science, Medicine, Pharmacy, The Health Industry

The announcement of major beverage companies to reduce sugar across the industry by 20% by 2025 in an attempt to support healthier lifestyles has been…

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