Already, more than 1,000 GP clinics that previously used mixed billing have converted to full bulk billing, joining the 1,600 existing practices.

This latest consignment continues India’s long-standing medical support to Fiji, which includes the supply of ARV drugs in the past and the donation of 100,000 COVID-19 vaccines during the pandemic.

Dr Patel, who trained as a GP in the NT, has been recognised for going above and beyond his usual duties to support students undertaking clinical placements, mentoring them as they prepare for careers in healthcare.

Born in India, Dr Bishen, a University of Newcastle PhD graduate, works at WEF to collaborate with world leaders to shape global health agendas.

Athletes and celebrities have promoted gluten-free eating as the secret to better health and performance.

The Lancet Commission on the Future of Health by 2050 estimates a close to 30% risk that an infectious threat causing over one million deaths will occur within five years.

Over the past decade, the median age of mothers has risen by 1.2 years, and fathers by 0.9 years.

Running from 1 October to 6 November, the annual exercise — now in its 11th year — is a partnership between the Air Force and the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO).

The program addresses long-term workforce shortages by streamlining recruitment, supporting international transitions, and offering flexible career pathways across hospitals, community care, and primary care settings.

The Bill introduces a new principle into the Fair Work Act, ensuring that employer-funded paid parental leave cannot be cancelled if a child is stillborn or dies, unless otherwise agreed.