From 1 February 2018 Australians will only be able to purchase codeine with a prescription. The move is aimed at to protect Australians from the risks of codeine and help build more effective pain management strategies for individuals. The misuse of codeine, while a significant risk to individuals, also places …
Cervical screening not recommended for women under 25
According to the Department of Health, under the renewed program, cervical screening is not recommended for women under 25 years. However, pathology laboratories are reporting that a significant number of samples are being submitted from women under 25 years of age. Health providers are being advised that Medicare does not …