Public Health
Spotlight on Syphilis: New tool for Nurses and Midwives
October 30, 2024
Syphilis cases are on the rise in Australia, with a 2023 report from the Kirby Institute revealing that rates have tripled over the past decade. Congenital syphilis has also re-emerged as a public health concern with 24 associated infant deaths between 2016 and 2023. For nurses and midwives, this concerning increase highlights the need for…
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Public Health
Spotlight on Syphilis: New tool for Nurses and Midwives
October 30, 2024
Syphilis cases are on the rise in Australia, with a 2023 report from the Kirby…
Public Health
Sick and tired of being overworked and underpaid
October 11, 2024
It was loud and raucous with a lot of colour and movement but the message …
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Free healthcare, ‘Like, what?’
October 11, 2024
A US Olympian has taken up the mantle of being a champion for free healthcare…
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WHO declares mpox a public health emergency
October 11, 2024
Health leaders warn that the global response to the virus is a test case for…
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Nurses and midwives ramp up fight with stop work action...
August 29, 2024
Thousands of public sector nurses and midwives across New South Wales stopped work for one…
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Nurses and midwives rally for 15%
August 2, 2024
Public sector nurses and midwives held more than 50 rallies statewide in late July in…
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Big turnout at statewide rallies
August 2, 2024
Members voice enthusiastic support for 15 per cent claim at city and regional hospitals across…
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Strong start to Belmont’s pay campaign
August 2, 2024
Branch teamwork brings encouraging response to union pledge drive. The NSW Government’s refusal to give…
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Nurses & midwives’ pay sitting at 2008 level...
August 2, 2024
University report says a 15 per cent pay increase is justified to make up for…