AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHospital Safety: Violence in Victoria’s public hospitals has risen more than 60 per cent in four years, reaching 26,730 incidents last year — about 73 a day — prompting calls for stronger staff protections. Patient Privacy: NT Health has banned smart glasses at clinical sites after a separate breach saw images and videos containing confidential information about 12 pregnant patients posted online. Prevention: A study estimates replacing regular salt with potassium-enriched alternatives could prevent 2,076 deaths and more than 15,600 new cardiovascular and kidney disease cases in Australia each year. Women’s Health: IVF, abortion and other services are set to cease at Newcastle private hospitals under their incoming Catholic owner, drawing criticism from women’s health advocates. Access to Care: South Australia is preparing to launch a free mobile GP service.
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