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American doctors talk about racism and child health
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released its first ever policy statement on how racism affects the health and development of children and adolescents,...
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Dermatologists concerned about melanoma of the nail
The Australasian College of Dermatologists (ACD) is highlighting awareness of melanoma of the nail, saying concerns should be brought to the attention of...
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Ebola may now be curable with two new drugs
Scientists have announced two new experimental treatments for Ebola that they say will significantly help contain the outbreak of the deadly disease in eastern...
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RVTS applications open
Round Two applications for the 2020 intake of the Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS) open on September 2.The RVTS is a three to four-year vocational...
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Minister focuses on mental health
The Federal Government has made commitments to addressing mental health, promising to work with the States on an integrated system, launching a national...
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Parents are trying almost anything to keep colds away from their kids
A newly released survey has revealed that many parents do not know the best ways to help prevent their children from catching colds, with some turning to myths...
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New target for Australia to quit smoking
Health Minister Greg Hunt used his Press Club address to set a new target aimed at getting more Australians to quit smoking or not take up the habit at all....
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Award for outstanding service over three decades
AMA stalwart Paul Boyatzis has been recognised for his dedication to the Association, with an Outstanding Service Award.AMA President Dr Tony Bartone presented...
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Time for real action on mental and general health issues
AMA President Dr Tony Bartone attended the National Press Club to hear Health Minister Greg Hunt deliver his address, which centred mostly on mental health...
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Federal Council gathers in Canberra
The AMA Federal Council met at Canberra in August to discuss a range of pressing issues, as well as debate resolutions from the AMA National Conference in May....
