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Sunday, December 03

Covid cough: now we have an app for that

Brisbane’s ResApp is in the middle of developing an algorithm that would allow for the detection of Covid by coughing into a smartphone.

Doctors may need legal shield to help patients end their lives

If doctors intend to facilitate Voluntary Assisted Dying over the phone or online, they run the risk of being prosecuted under Commonwealth laws.

Dr Jon Paul Khoo and Dr Ross Phillipson are Brisbane psychiatrists who volunteer their time with other GPs and psychiatrists to support doctors and medical students through Doctors Health Queensland, the state’s only medical-to-medical professional support service. (Photo: Richard Waugh)

New counselling service aims to keep our doctors healthy

A 24-hour counselling helpline for Queensland doctors is anticipating higher demand for its services as the state’s medical workforce continues operating in high-stress environments fuelled by the global pandemic.

Miles in front: Deputy Premier gets physical with rural Queensland

Deputy Premier and Health Minister Steven Miles is literally sweating for rural health, putting his body on the line in a workout video beamed across the state over the weekend.

How pandemic may have forever changed our health system - for the better

The pandemic that was expected to overwhelm the system has instead transformed it – hopefully, to the patients’ benefit.

Now you can visit the doctor without leaving your home

Australians will now be able to access bulk-billed telehealth consultations with their doctors and many other health professionals — meaning they won’t have to pay any out-of-pocket costs.