My Health App Has Transitioned to the 1800MEDICARE App The new 1800MEDICARE app is a secure and convenient way to view key health information uploaded to your My Health Record—whether by you, your healthcare providers, or your nominated representatives. It also allows you to: Find and book a health service…
Immunisation Weekly Update: Measles alerts for Sydney Counterfeit rabies vaccine in India Education Measles alerts for Sydney In 2025, NSW reported 29 measles cases, including overseas-acquired, interstate-acquired, and locally linked cases. Ongoing outbreaks continue internationally and within Australia, including in WA and QLD. NSW Health recently issued an urgent clinician alert…
Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program payments Managing Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP) participation is now easier with Services Australia’s eligibility assessments. General Practices participating in BBPIP are encouraged to login to Health Professional Online Services (HPOS) to check that all doctors are linked and have current bank details added to BBPIP…
Pharmacist support and resources – Bondi Beach incident In the wake of the recent Bondi Beach event the role of pharmacists in supporting families and community is both critical and deeply valued. Supporting patients experiencing distress Acknowledge this will be a time of great distress. Assume trauma response is possible…
General practice support and resources – Bondi Beach incident In the wake of the recent Bondi Beach event the role of GPs in supporting families and community is both critical and deeply valued. Supporting patients experiencing distress Acknowledge this will be a time of great distress. Assume trauma response is…
Immunisation Weekly Update: Hepatitis B vaccine at birth ATAGI GP bulletin State Vaccine Centre – Christmas closure Measles alert for Sydney Composition of 2026 influenza vaccines for Australia Education Hepatitis B vaccine at birth ATAGI has released advice regarding the importance and safety of Hepatitis B vaccine at birth. ATAGI…