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Patient suffers torn oesophagus after using unapproved peptide product
A patient was hospitalised with a torn oesophagus after using an unregulated peptide product containing eight times the normal level of semaglutide.
Specialist boom through expedited pathway a 'missed opportunity'
Western Australia has seen the biggest boost to its specialist doctor workforce as a result of the Expedited Specialist Pathway than any other state.
Metro diphtheria case prompts renewed vaccine push
A second case of diphtheria has been confirmed in Perth, prompting a renewed vaccination push from WA Health.
'Confusing' approach to RSV vaccinations resulting in unnecessary hospitalisations
GPs and immunisation experts have joined forces to call for a nationally consistent approach to RSV vaccinations as WA continues to lead the way on protecting infants from the virus.
Targets for Medicare subsidised GP visits set to drop
The federal Department of Health has lowered its own performance target on the number of Australians to take part in Medicare covered GP visits.
Prescribing restrictions removed allowing more GPs to support patients with hepatitis
Doctors no longer need specific accreditation to prescribe medications to treat hepatitis B and C.
'Band aid solutions' for maternity and newborn services as new hospital progresses
A suite of measures to address safety concerns relating to the location of the new Women's and Babies Hospital have been announced, but the AMA (WA) has warned they are band aid solutions.
Deferral of registration fees aims to ease financial pressure
Medical graduates will soon be able to delay the payment of their registration fees as part of a pilot to lessen the impact of upfront costs.
Namesake of Churack Chair left an 'indelible mark'
The great impact of the late Geoff Churack is being remembered as a lasting legacy for medical students and those suffering from chronic pain.
Health warning as child is hospitalised with MenB
Doctors are urged be alert to potential cases of meningococcal following the fifth reported case of the disease in Western Australia this year.
