Beware of "health consumer services" like HealthEngine and Whitecoat


In the wake of revelations that the online health service provider booking service HealthEngine has been passing on user details to third parties such as legal firms, the ADA is urging the public to scrutinise the activities of health service provider directory Whitecoat, which has significant private health insurer shareholder ownership.



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Drink companies pledge sugar reduction but health call for more


The Australian Beverages Council, which is the peak body, for the non-alcoholic beverages industry, has announced its members' intention to reduce the amount of sugar in their products by 20 per cent by 2025. Companies like Coca-Cola Amatil, PepsiCo and Fructor Suntory will apply this reduction across a range of drinks including carbonated soft drinks, energy drinks, juice and fruit drinks and ready-to-drink coffees in a bid, it is claimed, to support "healthier lifestyles".


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ASBFEO Calls For Delay In Introducing Medical Devices Tax


The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) has called for a delay in the introduction of the new medical devices tax so that its impact can be fully assessed.


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Plaster which sticks inside the mouth will revolutionize treatment of oral conditions


The patch successfully administers steroids directly to oral ulcers or lesions whilst also creating a protective barrier around the affected area, accelerating the healing process.


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Smiles Inclusive eyes corporate HQs with mobile dentists in the office car park


ASX-listed Smiles Inclusive wants to use a fleet of five 14-metre trucks with mobile dental surgeries on-board to tackle the corporate market and drive more customer growth.


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Dentist used secret camera to spy on rival colleague, court told


IRELAND. A dentist has claimed before the High Court he and his staff were put under surveillance by security cameras allegedly installed secretly by another dentist.


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