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Semaglutide Price Cut Lands On PBS As Endocrinologists Clear Melbourne Backlog

A lower-cost semaglutide strength has been listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, helping Melbourne endocrinology clinics clear winter booking backlogs for weight and diabetes care.

Connor Blake

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Victorian Ambulance Union Tables Paramedic Ratio Motion Before State Election

The Victorian Ambulance Union has tabled a state election motion mandating minimum crew ratios after code-one response times slipped in outer Melbourne.

Connor Blake

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Nirsevimab Bookings Surge at Victorian GP Clinics Ahead of RSV Season

Victorian clinics report fuller appointment books for Beyfortus shots as the state-funded nirsevimab season runs through 30 September.

Connor Blake

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GP Clinics Raise Consult Fees After Checkout Surcharge Ban Hits Practice Software Bills

General practices and private hospitals are lifting out-of-pocket fees as the nationwide ban on card surcharges removes a pass-through that once covered terminal and software costs.

Connor Blake

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PBS October Reduction Day Trims Listed Medicine Prices While Co-Pays Stay at 25 Dollars

Price-disclosure reductions took effect on 1 October for hundreds of Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme brands, lowering ex-manufacturer prices while general patient co-payments remain capped at $25 and concessional at $7.70.

Connor Blake

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