Why sex, gender, and sexuality census data matters for inclusive healthcare
Earlier this month, the federal government announced it would scrap questions about gender and sexuality from the 2026 census.1 However, within 48 hours, this decision was reversed.2 But why does this matter? Firstly, it’s important to understand that sex, gender, and sexuality mean different things in this context. Sex is most simply understood as referring […]
‘Why do people treat us differently?’: Urgent action needed to break down dementia stigma
Poor understanding of dementia among everyday Australians is leading to stigma and discrimination, new research released during Dementia Action Week has revealed.
Nuts should be included in weight-loss diets, researchers say
A handful of nuts could prove beneficial when it comes to weight loss, according to new research from the University of South Australia. Including nuts in calorie-controlled weight loss diets does not hinder weight loss, like many believe, and instead may have the opposite effect. Analysing the findings of seven randomised controlled trials that assessed […]
New Aged Care Act introduced to Parliament
The highly anticipated new rights-based Aged Care Act, stemming from the first recommendation of the landmark Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, has now been introduced to Parliament. The new Aged Care Act legislation includes: Prime Minister Albanese said his government was putting the “care” back into aged care, in marking today’s broad […]
Australians with diabetes missing out on vital medications like Ozempic that lower heart and kidney disease risk
Only one in three people with type 2 diabetes are receiving early treatment with additional medicines that protect their heart and kidneys, research led by UNSW has revealed. The study, published in The British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, analysed dispensing records of a 10% random sample of adults on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). It […]
Fight fatigue in nursing and midwifery
Celeste explains why nurses and midwives should advocate to optimise their roster for better sleep. Managing fatigue is a real challenge when we work stressful rotating shifts in busy pressured environments, but with the right tools and strategies, it’s absolutely possible to get a handle on your fatigue and feel better! Here’s what we can […]
‘We’ve been ignored’: NSW nurses and midwives set to strike tomorrow for fair pay
NSW public sector nurses and midwives are going on strike in their fight for a fair pay increase.
Karen Booth appointed Australian Digital Health Agency’s first Chief Clinical Adviser (Nursing)
The Australian Digital Health Agency has appointed Karen Booth, President of the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA), as its inaugural Chief Clinical Adviser (Nursing). Ms Booth, a highly respected and experienced nurse with a background in primary care, preventative care, clinical government and leadership, said she was honoured and excited to join the […]
New medicines added to 60-day prescriptions
An extra 100 medicines, including for treatment of asthma, depression, glaucoma and Parkinson’s disease, have been added to the federal government’s 60-day prescription scheme. Introduced last September in a bid to make it easier and cheaper for Australians to access many vital medicines, the third and final stage of the scheme’s rollout came into effect […]
Midwives in prime position to help pregnant women give up alcohol, research says
Midwives are well-positioned to help support pregnant women to stop or cut down on alcohol and other drug use and to improve outcomes for themselves and their children, according to researchers. A new South Australian initiative is examining the role midwives can play in promoting key public health messages and supporting abstinence during pregnancy. The […]