It is a mistake to assume that just because proposed reforms would benefit the pharmaceutical industry that it is neccessarily bad for health consumers. Properly regulated reforms to clinical trials standards will also benefit Australian patients.
In her report Closing the Accountability Gap: The First Step towards Better Indigenous Health was released last week, Sara Hudson describes why Aborigines are missing out on benefits of additional funding for Indigenous Health.
The Australasian Association of Convenience Stores advocates Federal legislation to impose a regulatory burden of personal responsibility on underage smokers in the same manner liquor laws share the responsibility for underage drinking amongst the distributor and consumer.