November 28, 2015
World first Australian research has revealed that “cooking” your sunscreen can reduce its effectiveness by up to 40 per cent. “This highlights the need for Australians to throw out their […]
November 20, 2015
With Sydney facing its hottest November day since 1982 and much of NSW in a heatwave, AMA (NSW) is reminding people to stay hydrated and keep cool. “Heatwaves like the […]
October 27, 2015
AMA (NSW) is aiming to improve access to appropriate services for people experiencing domestic violence by educating doctors on referral pathways to social workers, emergency accommodation services, and legal support. […]
October 23, 2015
AMA President, Prof Brian Owler, is in Sydney today to raise awareness about the effects of domestic violence on children (details below). He is joining with Australian of the Year, […]
September 21, 2015
AMA (NSW) President, Dr Saxon Smith, is warning against relying on in-pharmacy tests for coeliac disease. “Tests for coeliac disease that are being offered in pharmacies are unreliable and will […]
September 19, 2015
AMA (NSW) President, Dr Saxon Smith, says research has shown Australians are using less sunscreen than Europeans each year. “Everyone in Australia is familiar with the sun safe messages of […]
September 15, 2015
AMA (NSW) President, Dr Saxon Smith, says Sepsis Awareness Month is a good reminder of this deadly condition and the importance for doctors to be aware of it. “Sepsis can […]
August 7, 2015
Medibank Private’s ongoing feud with Calvary hospitals is driven by money, is to the detriment of patients and is derived from an obstinate misunderstanding of how medicine works. “This is […]
July 6, 2015
AMA (NSW) Vice President, Prof Brad Frankum, says he is pleased to see the commencement of smoke free outdoor dining around the state. “This is an excellent day for NSW, […]
July 3, 2015
Doctors around the state are getting behind NSW Health’s Make Healthy Normal campaign to prevent and reduce overweight and obesity. “People’s perception of what is and isn’t a healthy weight […]