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Health news, views and stories of interest from the Health team at @hwlebsworth, leaders in health law in Australia. #aushealth #healthlaw

[HWL Ebsworth @hwlebsworth]

Sabine Phillips AM and Tamie Duncan-Bible recently discussed the effects of changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (Cth) for residential aged care providers and what you must be aware of. To find out more, click here: https://t.co/jSZukea2RR

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@KarenKeogh10 chaired a fascinating panel discussion today for the Law Society of NSW's Government Solicitors Week regarding the changes to Medicare in response to COVID-19

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@KarenKeogh10 chaired a fascinating panel discussion today for the Law Society of NSW's Government Solicitors Week regarding the changes to Medicare in response to COVID-19

[LawSocietyNSW @LawSocietyNSW]

We are live discussing the impact on the Medicare System during COVID-19. Join us now to hear from our panel of experts! https://t.co/OFfUjFzhDj #govsolsweek #auslaw #lsnsw

[Greg Hunt @TheHonGregHunt]

Australians will be among the first in the world to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, if it proves successful, through an agreement between the Australian Government and UK-based drug company AstraZeneca.

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Katharine Philp and Nadia El Moslemani discussed how medical practitioners must be vigilant when collecting and storing personal and sensitive information and what to be aware of when relying on electronic communication. To find out more, click here: https://t.co/dCI4OoXY70

[Sydney Health Law @SydneyHealthLaw]

New legal resources are available on #COVID2019AU. On our blog Prof Roger Magnusson describes the legal frameworks in Australia for managing #COVID2019: https://t.co/voxf1Aw1WP. @DominicVillaSC has put together a website of legal resources, available here: https://t.co/WUBs0ayNyh

[ABC News @abcnews]

Australia's response to coronavirus could pave the way to us becoming global research leaders https://t.co/OQ3JPC6X6h

[Australian Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing @healthgovau]

Australia has one of the highest testing rates in the world. To date, more than 1 million COVID-19 tests have been conducted nationally. If you develop cold and flu like symptoms, stay home and get tested. Learn more: https://t.co/cLaGWvP7SC
#coronavirus #gettested

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Andrew Miers and Jeremy Marel discuss the viral spread of defamatory online reviews and what doctors can do in response https://t.co/R2AfzdlBOA

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Luke Dale and Daniel Kiley discuss the key legal considerations which should be taken into account by medtech #health #medtech #healthlaw
https://t.co/BC0nthAuaf

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Karen Keogh and Patricia Marinovic discuss the recently introduced draft standards for digital mental health services. Click below to read more https://t.co/knMLN8B70B

[HWLE Health @HWLEHealth]

We are delighted to welcome you to the HWL Ebsworth Health Law Bulletin. As part of our focus on the health industry, our bulletin addresses a range of topics designed to provide you with an insight into legal and other developments across the nation. https://t.co/StCsaeDZVG

[HWL Ebsworth @hwlebsworth]

Congratulations to our 162 Lawyers who have been recognised as Best Lawyers in Australia, including 12 lawyers who were awarded Lawyer of the Year in their area, and our Insolvency team who receive the accolade of Firm of the Year.

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David Guthrie, Sophie Pennington and Angus Rooney discuss the potential liability of sporting clubs and their health professionals for concussion injury
https://t.co/4C98ns2otY

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Our thoughts are with @VictoriaPolice tonight, and all the emergency and health workers who’ll be supporting them and their families through this tragedy. Our front line workers literally risk their lives for the community #respect #remember #appreciate

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Medicare-subsidised telehealth services have been expanded in response to COVID-19. @KarenKeogh10 and @LDepares discuss the services which can be provided along with temporary changes to the PBS. To find out more, click here: https://t.co/l1AjwNOgaq

[HWLE Health @HWLEHealth]

NSW Pharmacists have been given new emergency powers to dispense medications without prescriptions but only if it has been previously prescribed, is necessary for the continuation of current essential treatment and where it is impractical to obtain a prescription

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The Minister for Health has recently announced an expansion of telehealth services. If you are unsure about how these may impact you, our team can help

[Digital Health AU @AuDigitalHealth]

Thank you to our #nurses, #doctors, #pharmacists and other #healthcare workers who are on the front lines every day. Your commitment to your fellow #Australians is much appreciated.

[HWLE Health @HWLEHealth]

We appreciate this is a stressful time for all, especially those in the health industry.

Please feel free to get in touch if you have specific concerns, and remember that most medical defence organisations have medico legal hotlines you can access in emergencies or after hours.

[HWLE Health @HWLEHealth]

Over the last few days our health team has had a number of enquiries from health professionals and health services about the medico legal consequences of COVID19.