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Panadol Osteo referral: a first for the Minister
It is the first time Health Minister Sussan Ley has referred a company to the ACCC due to the “unique” circumstances surrounding the price rise for Panadol Osteo, a spokesman for …
Heart Foundation gives the Tick the flick
Late last year the Heart Foundation said it was giving its famous ‘Tick’ symbol the flick due to changing consumer demands. Its CEO Mary Barry says the Tick was launched when …
Older drivers have experience: the issue is health, not age
Older drivers are just as safe as younger people because driving skills are related to health not age, say University of Queensland (UQ) experts. UQ Aging Mind Initiative co-director and clinical neuropsychologist Dr Nancy …
Co-payment discount: DDS opts in
The co-payment of $1 discount is being offered by Discount Drug Stores (DDS), as it claims it will enable the group to offer better priced OTC meds and offset the PBS impact of …
Counselling: interactive technique pays off
Counselling patients using an unconventional technique delivers better results, a US study finds. The counselling technique takes about 1 minute longer, can more than double the chances of improving patients’ compliance and concordance. A …
PBS changes hurt the most needy: Guild
The Guild says patients should talk to pharmacy staff about PBS pricing changes which came into place on 1 January as it claims they may cause significant confusion among those patients most …
Panadol Osteo could double in price: Quilty
Panadol Osteo could double in price due to regulatory changes, claims the Guild’s head. Speaking on national radio, David Quilty did not hold back on his feelings and explained his concerns, especially …
Bowls Australia: be a good sport
Bowls Australia has developed a partnership with the Good Sports program to establish healthier, safer and more family-orientated bowls clubs nationwide. It is the largest preventive health program for the community …
#SoberSelfie challenge: new campaign
#SoberSelfie Challenge is urging people not to a drink for a weekend or a fortnight. The #SoberSelfie Challenge, an initiative of the Australian Drug Foundation (ADF), says people who participate and enjoy feeling hangover-free should take a photo …
PBS listings need review: Guild
An urgent review is needed of the de-listing of some medicines which were available on the PBS and now will cost more OTC, says the Guild.The Guild has written to the Pharmaceutical Benefits …
Quit now: AMA
Giving up cigarettes is life-changing and now is an ideal time to quit for good, says the Australian Medical Association (AMA). AMA president, professor Brian Owler, says that although quitting smoking …
Forget the sun tan: AMA warning
Forget the sun tan, the AMA is reminding people to be sun smart to reduce the risk of skin cancer. AMA President, Professor Brian Owler, says many Australians look forward to …