Wednesday, 25 June 2025 19:04
RESEARCH SHOWS NURSES ARE UNPREPARED
NEW research from Charles Darwin University reveals Australian nurses are underprepared for disasters, despite responding to hundreds of events since 2019—roughly one every 10 days. Lead author Angela Sheedy says nurses, though highly skilled, often react rather than proactively manage crises like pandemics, terror attacks, or environmental contamination. With climate change and other modern risks increasing disaster frequency, Sheedy calls for mandatory all-hazards training in nursing education to strengthen resilience and improve community outcomes during emergencies
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Wednesday, 25 June 2025 19:03
GPs CAN NOW DIAGNOSE ADHD
THE NSW Government will allow trained GPs to diagnose and treat ADHD, making access to care faster and more affordable. Currently reliant on costly specialists, patients often face long waits. Under the reforms, GPs can provide ongoing prescriptions for stable cases, and selected GPs will diagnose and initiate treatment. NSW Health will fund training and support for up to 1000 GPs. Reforms begin with children in 2026, aiming to reduce developmental delays and improve outcomes. NSW follows similar moves in QLD and WA.
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Wednesday, 25 June 2025 19:01
REALITY ABOUT COWARD-PUNCH OFFENDERS
A MONASH-led study analysed 287 Coward Punch convictions (1990–2020), revealing most offenders were young males, with 65% of assaults in public between 6 pm–6 am. NSW and Victoria saw 61% of cases, and 62% of offenders received prison terms. Alcohol was involved in 39% of cases. Researchers urge targeted prevention strategies, while campaigner Danny Green supports strong language to deter attacks. Legal responses vary, with specific laws in five states since 2008.
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