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Members explore aged care opportunities at QAIHC Aged Care Workshop

Members explore aged care opportunities at QAIHC Aged Care Workshop

Posted by | Apr 5, 2024 | , ,

QAIHC Members have deepened their understanding of the aged care space and how it could enhance their health care offerings at the first QAIHC Aged Care Workshop at Rydges South Bank on 20 February. Triggered by a commitment set down at the QAIHC State Members’ Conference in December, the workshop was held to explore the history, challenges and opportunities for ACCHOs looking to explore new opportunities in the aged care space.

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$5m grant to help screen children at risk of neurodevelopmental disorders

$5m grant to help screen children at risk of neurodevelopmental disorders

Posted by | Mar 15, 2024 | , , , ,

A Griffith University research project to help screen children and adolescents at risk of neurodevelopmental disorders has been successful in gaining a $5 million grant from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). Led by Professor Dianne Shanley from Griffith University’s School of Applied Psychology, the project builds upon the recent $1.5 million NHMRC grant awarded last year for the Tracking Cube, which her team co-designed.

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In focus: QAIHC MyMedicare Discussion Paper

In focus: QAIHC MyMedicare Discussion Paper

Posted by | Jan 8, 2024 | , , , ,

MyMedicare is an Australian Government initiative that allows patients to enrol with one primary care practice and to nominate a preferred GP at that practice. The registration to MyMedicare is voluntary for patients, practices and primary care providers. The intention of MyMedicare is to, over time, support a range of reforms to improve access to primary care and support practice viability.

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