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A1069 Application for the Irradiation of Tomatoes and Capsicums
Following a recent application to amend the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code to allow the irradiation of tomatoes and capsicums, concern has been raised about the safety of irradiated food for human consumption.
Medicare support for psychological treatment under Access to Allied Psychological Services
Allied mental health services available under the Better Access to Psychiatrists, Psychologists and General Practitioners through the Medicare Benefits Schedule (Better Access) initiative from 1 January 2013.
Medicare Rebates for Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) within a surrogacy arrangement
The Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) does not currently cover ART where a surrogacy arrangement is in place.
Post and Antenatal Depression Association National Perinatal Depression Helpline
The Australian Government has committed $5.2 million from 2013-14 to 2015-16 for continuation of the Maternity Peer Support Program.
RU486 - Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme listing
The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) listing of mifepristone (also known as RU486) and misoprostol (GyMiso®) for the medical termination of a developing intra-uterine pregnancy.
Changes to the Home Medicine Review Program
Purported changes to Home Medicines Review (HMR) Program remuneration arrangements.
Establishment of a Hydrocephalus Registry
The Australian Government's position on clinical registers.
Funding for Health and Medical Research
The Australian Government’s investment in health and medical research funding.
Employment Opportunities for Graduate Nurses and Midwives
Concerns about the availability of graduate positions for newly registered nurses and midwives for 2013.
Dental Health Care
Information on the Australian Government’s role and contributions to dental health care in Australia.
Zytiga – Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme Listing
The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) listing of abiraterone acetate (Zytiga®) for the treatment of metastatic prostate cancer.
Aged Care Funding Instrument changes 1 July 2012
From 1 July 2012, the Australian Government has made changes to the Aged Care Funding Instrument (ACFI).
Fluoridation of Drinking Water
Long term health impact of fluoridated drinking water.
Food Labelling Review - Genetically Modified Food
The report on the Review of Food Labelling Law and Policy (Labelling Logic) developed by the Independent Panel chaired by Dr Neal Blewett contains recommendations concerning the labelling of new technologies, including genetic modification.
Food Labelling Review - Palm Oil
The report on the Review of Food Labelling Law and Policy (Labelling Logic) developed by the Independent Panel chaired by Dr Neal Blewett contains a recommendation on labelling of added sugars, added fats and added vegetable oils (including palm oil).
Pradaxa - Extension of Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme Listing
Extension to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) listing of dabigatran (Pradaxa®).
Tobacco Plain Packaging Compliance - Small Retailers
Compliance with the Australian Government’s tobacco plain packaging legislation.
Hemp
Application to Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) seeking approval of low THC hemp as food.
Sunscreen containing Nanoparticles
Nanotechnology and sunscreens
Closing the Gap
The Australian Government’s commitment to improving health equality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
Tobacco Plain Packaging
The Australian Government’s legislation for plain packaging.
Importation of Primates for Medical Research
Importation of primates for medical research.
Choose Cruelty Free
Animal testing of cosmetics.
