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In this issue:

Issue 83
  • A message from the CEO
  • The Consumer Advisory Group launched
  • Painaustralia’s Strategic Plan 2019 - 2021
  • Submission to the Royal Commission into Aged Care
  • Painaustralia coordinates sector response for MBS review taskforce
  • APS launches 2nd ed. of Pain in Residential Aged Care Facilities: Management Strategies
  • Policy and submissions
  • In the media
  • Out and about

In the media

Fairfax News: Cough syrup withdrawals: codeine ban uncovers hidden addictions
Fairfax News Health Reporter, Kate Aubusson, penned an article about codeine using case studies she sourced independently. However, a positive relationship with Painaustralia and contact earlier in the year saw Painaustralia and the National Action Plan referenced in the article as a way to improve opioid misuse and promote the biopsychosocial approach to pain management.

2mfm Radio: Prescription Drug Abuse
Painaustralia CEO, Carol Bennett, conducted an in-depth interview with this community radio station in Sydney about opioids and prescription drug abuse. The station has tens of thousands of online followers and a strong social media presence.

Journal of Pharmacy Practice and Research (2019): Sustainable Response To Prescribed Opioid Misuse 
Painaustralia CEO, Carol Bennett, was invited to write an editorial discussing the complexities of chronic pain in Australia and the use of medication as part of a treatment regime. The piece looks at prescribing behaviour, opioid misuse, the role of pharmacists and more.

ABC Newcastle Drive
Painaustralia CEO, Carol Bennett, was invited to discuss the current pain management opportunities with ABC Newcastle Drive Presenter Aaron Kearney. The wide ranging discussion also covered the prevalence of chronic pain, its impact on society, availability of pain management specialists, healthcare policy gaps and more. 

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Our capacity to influence government policy and improve understanding and management of pain is directly related to the strength of our membership network. Your support could make all the difference.
 

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