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Medibank-backed study shows way forward for better care of osteoarthritis January 21, 2021

The Medibank Better Health Foundation has supported a new study that has found two-thirds of Australians with osteoarthritis say they are faring badly with the condition.

St.LukesHealth partnering for Tasmanian community initiatives January 21, 2021

The Pulse of Tasmania, which is a collaboration including private insurer St.LukesHealth, is providing support to the 2021 Ten Days’ signature project 'If These Halls Could Talk'.

Australian Digital Health Agency appoints new chief technology officer January 21, 2021

“I am joining the Agency at a time when digital health has proven how integral it is to meeting the nation’s healthcare challenges and supporting improved healthcare outcomes," said Dr Malcolm Thatcher.

Medibank leaders share thoughts on the year ahead January 21, 2021

Some of Medibank's most senior leaders have shared their thoughts on the year ahead and the ongoing impact of the pandemic.

Over 20 MS projects funded under new round of grants January 21, 2021

Twenty research projects focused on multiple sclerosis will receive a total of $2.9 million in grants under a program run by MS Research Australia and MS Australia.

Bupa expands in-home palliative care option to Melbourne customers December 22, 2020

Bupa has expanded end-of-life care choices for its customers in Melbourne by giving the option of receiving personalised palliative care services delivered in the privacy of their own home.

Minister confirms lowest average premium increase since 2001 December 22, 2020

Health minister Greg Hunt has announced the lowest average private health insurance premium increase in the past two decades.

nib announces new travel insurance product with coronavirus cover December 22, 2020

nib has announced a new travel insurance product that includes plans that offer cover for some COVID-19 related events.

Medibank wins recognition as a leading workplace for 'Dads' December 17, 2020

Medibank said it introduced its new approach to parental leave three years ago, underpinned by a gender-neutral policy where all prospective parents have equal access to 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Bupa Health Foundation grant for suicide prevention researcher December 17, 2020

Dr Jin Han of The Black Dog Institute has been named the 2020 Bupa Health Foundation Emerging Health Researcher.

New AIHW report reveals COVID-19 impact on health system December 17, 2020

New data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) shows the extent to which the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted hospital visits, procedures and other parts of the health system.

Consultation to begin on a proposed shake-up of medical device payments December 17, 2020

The launch of a stakeholder consultation process on options for major reforms to the Prostheses List, including the adoption of health technology assessment, cost-recovery and new funding arrangements for low-cost high-usage items.

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