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Our submission on the regulation of nicotine pouches warns they are being promoted and sold in ways that risk repeating the public health harms seen with vaping. The govt needs to move quickly to close loopholes that allow these products into the market ama.com.au/media/tighter-…

The continuing blame game about specialist fees is ignoring the realities of what’s driving costs for patients. Our Gaps Poster shows once again how far behind the Medicare rebate has fallen, compared to the costs of healthcare ama.com.au/media/blame-ga…

This Anzac Day, we pause to remember the service and sacrifice of all those who served — including the doctors, nurses, medics, and stretcher‑bearers who provided care, comfort, and hope in the most unimaginable conditions. Lest we forget.

We have lodged a submission to the federal govt's consultation on restricting infant formula marketing, calling for strong, mandatory regulation aligned with the World Health Organization’s International Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes. 👉ama.com.au/articles/ama-s…

Today we are calling for reforms to funding and workplace arrangements to support the expansion of care by nurses in general practice, which will improve access to healthcare across the country. Read more👉tinyurl.com/3mne93ex

@amapresident Dr Danielle McMullen gearing up for her National Press Club address in Canberra today. Dr McMullen will launch the AMA's 2026-27 Pre-Budget Submission. ama.com.au/articles/ama-p…

The government’s new gambling advertising reforms fail to provide the comprehensive protections needed to reduce online gambling-related harm. They are not the strong, comprehensive response Australians need and deserve. tinyurl.com/4z97aemp

AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen spoke at the AFR Healthcare Summit today, saying while there have been some investments in general practice bulk billing, there is still more to be done across the health system to make healthcare affordable and sustainable. #afrhealthcaresummit

Private health premiums are rising again — and patients are paying the price. Today we’re launching The gaps that create gaps, a new resource exposing the structural issues pushing costs higher and outlining practical reforms to restore balance and improve affordability.

The federal government's just announced prescribing trial fails to put quality women’s healthcare first. State and territory governments seem intent on ignoring the TGA. We think the federal government needs to uphold its own department’s decisions. tinyurl.com/ruzx6jan

Federal government prescribing trial fails to put quality women’s healthcare first ama.com.au/media/federal-… via @AMA

Rights. Justice. Action. This International Women’s Day, the AMA is calling for decisive action to ensure women and girls can get the care they need, when and where they need it.

Haven’t booked your AMA26 ticket yet? Early-bird registrations are now on sale! ama.eventsair.com/ama26-national…

The Australian Medical Association welcomes the announcement that Healthscope hospitals will continue to operate, with the sale and transfer of six hospitals and the remaining 31 to operate under a new not-for-profit structure. ama.com.au/media/ama-welc…

If you have questions about your child's vaccination schedule or need to catch up on missed vaccines, speak with your GP. All essential childhood vaccines are provided free in Australia.

Australia's childhood immunisation rates have hit a 30-year low at 89.8 per cent — well below the 95 per cent target needed for community protection. Immunisation not only protects your child, but vulnerable members of our community who cannot be vaccinated.

⏰Launch offer ends TOMORROW!⏰ Tomorrow is your last chance to access our exclusive 40 per cent discount member offer for AMA26. Secure your registration now and save hundreds on Australia's leading medical conference 👉 ama.eventsair.com/ama26-national……

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The federal government has announced a new public hospital funding agreement, which includes an additional funding of $25 billion. We welcome the new deal, however this alone will not be enough to stem the decline in hospital performance without further reform.

Today we launched a report highlighting the inherent dangers in Australia’s isolated and incompatible digital health systems, which lead to delays in patient care and poorer health outcomes. Read the full release: ama.com.au/media/fundamen…