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21 August, 2020: The National Clinical Terminology Service (NCTS) is pleased to announce that the August combined release of SNOMED CT®-AU1 and the Australian Medicines Terminology (AMT) is now available to registered users from the NCTS website. Important Information Third party…

– Joint communique – 17 August, 2020: To support those people most at risk from COVID-19, the rollout of electronic prescriptions across Greater Melbourne will be expanded beyond the current communities of interest. This follows successful testing since May 2020.…

12 August, 2020: In the latest issue of Inside Digital Health, check out the new accredited electronic prescription courses for prescribers and dispensers, think before you click on any COVID-19 related scams, and read the new guide if you’ve been…

31 July, 2020: Australian Digital Health Agency (the Agency) Interim CEO Bettina McMahon today announced the appointment of Dr Steve Hambleton MBBS FAMA FRACGP(hon) FAICD as the new, independent clinical advisor to the executive team at the Agency. “Dr Hambleton’s…

31 July, 2020: Australian Digital Health Agency (the Agency) Interim CEO Bettina McMahon today announced the appointment of Dr Steve Hambleton MBBS FAMA FRACGP(hon) FAICD as the new, independent clinical advisor to the executive team at the Agency. “Dr Hambleton’s…

30 July, 2020: Under a national initiative led by the Australian Digital Health Agency, East Arnhem will become a Community of Excellence for digital health. The new program is funded through a Commonwealth Government $750 000 commitment over two years…

27 July, 2020: It is with great sadness that the Board and staff of the Australian Digital Health Agency note the passing of Dr Harry Nespolon. As President of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, Dr Nespolon was a…

23 July, 2020: The National Clinical Terminology Service (NCTS) is pleased to announce that the July combined release of SNOMED CT®-AU1 and the Australian Medicines Terminology (AMT) is now available to registered users from the NCTS website. Education Sessions Webinars The…

23 July, 2020: Four reports – White Papers – have been published by the Global Digital Health Partnership (GDHP) of over 30 nations including Australia detailing what GDHP member countries are doing to deliver digital health services and improve patient…

17 July, 2020: In this issue of Inside Digital Health, the winners of the innovation challenge are announced, see how keeping connected through digital health during COVID-19 is simple with telehealth services and find out which healthcare providers are contributing…

13 July, 2020: New research commissioned by the Australian Digital Health Agency confirms anecdotal evidence that Australians are now more open to using digital technology in healthcare and can see the importance of technology to improve health outcomes. The Agency…

26 June, 2020: A new guide for healthcare professionals and organisations to ensure connected, secure consultations such as telehealth has been released by the Australian Digital Health Agency and Cyber CX. Read more

25 June, 2020: Logged into MyGov to do your tax? Click onto My Health Record, update your information and get a healthy start to the new financial year. The 22.77 million Australians with a My Health Record are encouraged to…

24 June, 2020: The National Clinical Terminology Service (NCTS) is pleased to announce that the June combined release of SNOMED CT®-AU1 and the Australian Medicines Terminology (AMT) is now available to registered users from the NCTS website. Education Sessions Webinars…

23 June, 2020: New data released today by the Australian Digital Health Agency shows another big lift in the use of the My Health Record system across pharmacies, GP’s and now public hospitals as Australian healthcare providers accelerate their use…

23 June, 2020: The Australian Digital Health Agency has announced the winners of the Innovation Challenge championing digital health innovation to provide a healthier future for Australians through connected healthcare. Through the National Digital Health Strategy, government is partnering with…

15 June, 2020:Ten million Australians now have their immunisations in their My Health Record and people can’t get enough of them. Research undertaken by the Australian Digital Health Agency (Agency) earlier this year showed that the top 5 things people…

11 June, 2020: The Agency’s new COVID-19 Taskforce will look over the horizon to focus innovators on solving the problems of next month and next year, rather than the problems of yesterday and today. Read more.

10 June 2020: Australia has a world class health system, and the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted how important technology is to allow healthcare providers to communicate with each other securely and immediately. Out of date contact details that healthcare providers…

30 April, 2020: Australians are turning to technology to manage their health and wellness during COVID-19 and beyond. To support consumers along their health journey, a practical guide has been developed offering information and guidance. Read more.