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Politicians and advocates are pushing for amendments to the Commonwealth’s Criminal Code and Federal laws to allow doctors to consult with patients about voluntary assisted dying (VAD) via telehealth appointments – a means most terminally ill people in rural and remote areas rely on.
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Australia’s largest nurses union has launched a campaign using mobile billboards in the Prime Minister, Treasurer and Health Minister’s electorates urging the government to mandate staff ratios – and implement other “urgently needed” aged care reforms – in the upcoming May budget.
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South Australian aged care service provider Resthaven is investing heavily in allied health, helping to boost the confidence of clients who want to regain and maintain their independence.
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