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AMA (NSW) President, Clinical Associate Professor Saxon Smith, says the shooting at Nepean Hospital is a high profile demonstration of the dangers faced by health workers. “Doctors, nurses, paramedics, and […]

New research on Australian attitudes to sun protection shows young people are still sunbaking with the intention to tan, despite knowing the skin cancer risk. AMA (NSW) President, Dr Saxon […]

AMA (NSW) President, Dr Saxon Smith, is reminding Australians about the deadly threat of skin cancer ahead of his presentation at an international conference on the disease in Melbourne. “At […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]