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Australian governments weigh new powers for paramedics to prescribe medications
Australian governments are considering new powers that would allow paramedics to prescribe medications for pain and diabetes. Concerns have been raised by medical professionals about potential risks to patient safety, with calls for stronger safeguards before expanding prescribing rights. Authorities will review a national approach next month, drawing on similar practices in New Zealand.
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