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International nitric oxide trial shows great results
Tuesday, 24 May 2016, 10:29 am | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
An international trial assessing the effectiveness of nitric oxide in treating stroke patients shows New Zealanders had significantly better outcomes than people from other countries around the world. More >>
RACP on the availability of sugary drinks in NZ schools
Wednesday, 23 March 2016, 10:08 am | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
The Royal Australian College of Physicians (RACP) welcomes the recent joint Health and Education Ministry directive urging New Zealand's 2500 schools to switch away from sugary drinks to water by the end of the year. More >>
Doctors and physicians to march for a healthier future
Friday, 27 November 2015, 1:30 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Physicians from across Australia and New Zealand will participate in this weekend’s People’s Climate March as part the Doctors for Climate Action campaign coordinated by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP). The Doctors for Climate Action ... More >>
Medical community supports ending violence against women
Tuesday, 24 November 2015, 5:24 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) is one of 22 medical colleges and peak health bodies in Australia and New Zealand who have released a joint statement in support of the White Ribbon Day campaign. More >>
Young people need better access to sexual health care
Friday, 13 November 2015, 1:17 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) is today calling for change to improve access for young people in Australia and New Zealand to sexual and reproductive care. More >>
Disaster planning needs input from rehabilitation physicians
Thursday, 15 October 2015, 5:19 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
New research shows that disaster planning in New Zealand is short-sighted and lacks accountability for the needs of people with disabilities. More >>
Support for National Rehabilitation Strategy in New Zealand
Wednesday, 14 October 2015, 12:42 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
The Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine and the New Zealand Rehabilitation Association today called for the immediate development of an all-inclusive New Zealand-wide rehabilitation strategy to improve patient outcomes and reduce preventable disability. More >>
A holistic approach to rehabilitation care is crucial
Wednesday, 14 October 2015, 11:33 am | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
International speaker, Professor Derick Wade today addressed the Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine/ New Zealand Rehabilitation Association Combined Rehabilitation Meeting in Wellington about the importance of a holistic approach to rehabilitation ... More >>
International speakers address the future of rehabilitation
Monday, 12 October 2015, 9:45 am | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
International speakers address the future of rehabilitation medicine at the AFRM/NZRA Combined Rehabilitation Meeting 2015 More >>
RACP calls for greater transparency ahead of talks
Monday, 27 July 2015, 2:26 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
July 27, 2015 The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) is calling for greater transparency from the Australian and New Zealand governments ahead of this week’s Trans-Pacific Partnership talks in Hawaii. RACP President Laureate Professor ... More >>
Need for a National bowel cancer screening program
Wednesday, 10 June 2015, 3:07 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) and the New Zealand Society of Gastroenterology (NZSG) welcome the Government’s continued interest in combating bowel cancer in the 2015 Budget but says there is still no commitment to a national ... More >>
RACP calls for immunisation action
Thursday, 30 April 2015, 2:59 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Australasia’s leading physicians and paediatricians are united in their call for all healthcare professionals to be vigilant in ensuring children are immunised. The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) President Laureate Professor Nick ... More >>
Protecting children report
Thursday, 2 April 2015, 9:53 am | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
1 April 2015 The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) has highlighted the important role of paediatricians in protecting children from potential harm in the context of their families. The report, ‘Protecting Children is Everybody’s ... More >>
A ‘fit note’ not a ‘sick note’ is the key to good health
Monday, 30 March 2015, 9:07 am | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Replacing the traditional ‘sick note’ with a ‘fit note’ is the way forward for ensuring a healthy and productive workplace in New Zealand, according to UK Government Expert Adviser on Health and Work, Professor Dame Carol Black. More >>
A ‘fit note’ not a ‘sick note’ is the key to good health
Saturday, 28 March 2015, 11:03 am | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
A ‘fit note’ not a ‘sick note’ is the key to good health in the workplace More >>
Health experts convene to discuss healthcare issues in NZ
Monday, 19 May 2014, 11:00 am | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Health experts from The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) will convene in Auckland tomorrow to discuss critical healthcare issues facing New Zealand and Australia and share the latest advances in medical research and internal medicine. More >>
RACP continues to advocate for vulnerable children
Tuesday, 3 December 2013, 9:56 am | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
The Vulnerable Children Bill currently before the Social Services Select Committee presents positive and important opportunities for the New Zealand Government to get it right for our children, according to two paediatricians representing the Royal ... More >>
No work or bad work: both can make you sick
Thursday, 24 October 2013, 2:19 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Government, employers and businesses must place a stronger emphasis on good work practices if they are to effect significant cultural change and workplace reform in New Zealand, according to occupational physicians from the Royal Australasian ... More >>
RACP and Te ORA show commitment to Māori medical workforce
Wednesday, 26 June 2013, 3:18 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) and Te Ohu Rata o Aotearoa (Te ORA), the Māori Medical Practitioners Association, are pleased to announce the two recipients of the 2012-2013 summer studentship program. More >>
Hamilton Council’s fluoride removal concerns NZ physicians
Thursday, 13 June 2013, 2:58 pm | Royal Australasian College of Physicians
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) urges the Hamilton City Council to seriously reconsider the decision to remove fluoride from their region’s water supply as there is evidence to support the health benefits of water fluoridation. More >>
