New 1800MEDICARE offers free health advice from a registered nurse, 24/7
Australians can now access free health information and advice from a registered nurse from anywhere in the country, 24/7, by calling 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422). Launched at the beginning of the year, the Albanese Government election committment provides immediate support for non-emergency health concerns, including health informaiton and advice and referral to other services such […]
Cosmetic nurse banned for two years after injecting botox without consultation or script
A Queensland nurse who unlawfully injected botox into a patient without consulting a doctor or obtaining a prescription has been banned from practising for at least two years. Investigations by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), on behalf of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, found Thia Sullivan also created false records in […]
Creating healthy habits to drive our daily actions
Healthier lifestyle changes may be less about starting from scratch and more about swapping one habit for another. New research shows 66% of our actions are habitual, indicating that habit, not conscious choice, drives most of our daily actions. The findings from the joint research, conducted by the University of Surrey, University of South Carolina […]
Protect against Ross River Virus risk this summer
Australians are being urged to prevent mosquito bites this summer, with warmer temperatures increasing the risk of Ross River Virus outbreaks. The risk of outbreaks with warmer temperatures is especially heightened in river land and coastal regions, research mapping studies from across the country has found. “When it’s summer holidays more of us are likely to […]
Health span vs life span: How to stay healthier for longer
Australians live, on average, 12 years longer than they remain in good health. What does this gap reveal, and how can we future‑proof our lives to enjoy lasting wellbeing in later years? Australians face a decade of poor health unless they close the gap between living longer and staying well. Researchers have identified an average […]
Tips for your new grad interview
NSW Nurses and Midwives Association (NSWNMA) President O’Bray Smith shares some tips for final year nursing and midwifery students in preparation for their new grad interviews. A common mistake that people make when they sit their new grad interview is thinking that we are looking for someone who can diagnose, or an advanced practitioner, and […]
Make health your 2026 habit
As 2025 ends, you may find yourself reviewing your year. Are there things you might have done differently? Have you developed habits that don’t serve you well? If you’d like to set new intentions for 2026 and replace old habits, the Nurse Midwife Health Program Australia (NMHPA) can help. If you’re not familiar with NMHPA, […]
University of Tasmania empowers nurses with Australia’s most flexible postgraduate nursing program
The University of Tasmania has officially launched its redesigned Advanced Nursing postgraduate program, a bold step forward in preparing nurses for leadership, expanded clinical roles, and interdisciplinary collaboration across Australia’s healthcare system. With more than 20 specialisations, including the newly added Palliative Care, the program offers unmatched flexibility and depth. Each specialisation is taught by expert […]
ANMF endorses ICN’s new global definition of nurses and nursing
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) has welcomed and endorsed the International Council of Nurses’ (ICN) newly released definitions of nursing and the nurse – a landmark update that formally reflects the profession’s contemporary scope, identity, and contribution to global health. Unveiled at the ICN 2025 Congress in Helsinki, where more than 7,000 nurses […]
International Council of Nurses (ICN) extends condolences after Bondi Beach mass shooting
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has extended its deepest condolences to the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) and the entire Australian nursing community following the tragic mass shooting at Bondi Beach. In a letter to the ANMF, signed by ICN President Dr Jose Luis Cobos Serrano, and CEO Howard Catton, the federation of […]