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Newborn screening

Posted inFederal Politics, Health

Petition to get PM to keep his word on newborn screening

blankby New England Times News DeskMay 29, 2023

Better Access Australia has launched a petition calling for the Albanese Government to honour their election commitment to introduce a national newborn screening program.

Posted inFederal Politics, Health

Albanese Government breaks election promise on babies health

blankby RK CrosbyApril 24, 2023

With their first year in office not yet done, the Albanese Government has broken a significant election promise about the health of newborn babies.

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