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MedicinesTalk No. 9 Autumn 2004 editionMedicinesTalk No. 9 Autumn 2004 edition
MedicinesTalk No. 9 Autumn 2004 edition, contains articles on health information 'in our hands', multimedia campaigns, Home Medicines Reviews explained, getting group speakers, what is QUM, and keeping a lid on the cost of medicines.
Written by consumers for consumers, MedicinesTalk is a free quarterly newsletter that gives you reliable, accurate information and useful hints on managing your medicines.
| Title | Why read this |
|---|---|
| Health information 'In Our Hands' | The ‘In Our Hands Health Information and Resource Centre' opened in a Whyalla in 2001. It provides health information and resources, chronic illness self-management courses, and a base where people with chronic illnesses and their support groups can meet. |
| NPS multimedia campaign promoting the wise use of medicines | Learn about the NPS multimedia campaign promoting Medimate and the quality use of medicines through print, radio and television advertising. |
| Home Medicines Reviews explained | Everything you need to know about Home Medicines Reviews: Do you need one? What are the benefits? How to organise one? |
| Getting a speaker for your group | Hints for selecting someone to speak about medicines to your community group, with a list of suggested topics. |
| What is QUM (quality use of medicines)? | QUM (quality use of medicines) is about using medicines appropriately to improve our health. What are the main principles behind it? |
| Keeping a lid on the cost of medicines | If you or your family use lots of medicines each year, you may become eligible for free or cheaper medicines through the PBS Safety Net. Find out all the details. |
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Date published: 2004-03-01 00:00:00
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