Growing rates of violence against nurses, midwives and carers: NSW report
Occupational violence towards nurses and midwives has surged in the last six years, according to a report released by the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA). The ‘Occupational Violence: has no place in my workplace’ report uncovered startling findings, highlighting the prevalence of violence and aggression among nurses, midwives and carers in their workplaces. The […]
Grad year playbook
Your graduate year is underway and there’s a lot to learn. Expect moments of overwhelm, but also real rewards. These ideas can help you survive – and even thrive. Eat, talk, move – set your foundations Eating well, moving regularly and talking things through can help you stay grounded in your grad year. Eat well We all know eating well helps with energy – but doing it when you’re tired, stressed and […]
Clinicians gain easier access to Don’t Rush to Crush and new obesity medicines guide
Key clinical resources, including an Australian-first guide to support patients living with obesity, are set to become more accessible for Australian healthcare professionals. Australia’s leading digital healthcare publisher, Therapeutic Guidelines, and Advanced Pharmacy Australia have partnered to promote the quality use of medicines by increasing access to trusted, evidenced-based clinical resources that support decision-making at […]
Simple test could speed up endometriosis diagnosis
A simple 5-minute test addressing major endometriosis diagnostic delays and treatment has been developed by University of Queensland researchers. The Simplified Adolescent Factors for Endometriosis (SAFE) score uses a questionnaire to identify at-risk patients and fast track specialist referrals for further investigation. Professor Gita Mishra AO, Centre Director of UQ’s Australian Women and Girls’ Health […]
Social, health, and wellbeing challenges facing older nurses and midwives
Older nurses and midwives face unique challenges that threaten their ability to remain in practice.
Are we paying attention to Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity has received growing attention in recent years, and yet its presentation in the nursing and midwifery workforce has received limited attention. Given our professional pride in caring, connection, and empathy, there may be some denial that neurodivergence even exists in nursing, but this reflects the broader cultural misunderstanding of its many and varied experiences. […]
Navigating generational diversity and intergenerational friction in nursing and healthcare
Australia’s nursing workforce has never been more generationally diverse. From Baby Boomers born between 1946-1964 nearing retirement to Generation Z (Gen Z) nurses (born between 1997-2012) entering clinical roles, we are seeing shifts not just in experience and skill mix – but in values, communication styles, and expectations of leadership. This is more than a […]
BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness launches in Melbourne
After captivating almost 140,000 visitors during its run in Brisbane and Perth, the world-renowned exhibition BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness is heading to Melbourne’s District Docklands for a limited time this March. Developed by Dr Gunther von Hagens, inventor of Plastination, and curated by physician and designer Dr Angelina Whalley, BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness […]
Financial toxicity adds to stress of breast cancer diagnosis
Working-age Australian women diagnosed with breast cancer collectively lose an average of 1.5 years of full-time work for every person diagnosed, costing billions in wages and gross domestic product. Rising rates of breast cancer among working-age Australian women have prompted urgent calls for action to address the growing impact of financial toxicity. Financial toxicity describes the negative […]
RN prescribing closer as Senate Committee endorses PBS reform
A Senate legislative committee has backed a Bill that would allow designated RN prescribers to prescribe certain medicines under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). The Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee has recommended the passage of the Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill 2025. The Bill formally recognises authorised nurse prescribers as a new […]