DPS has no way of knowing number of parliamentarian medical interventions Health Department of Parliamentary Services has no precise way of recording when medically qualified parliamentarians intervene in medical emergencies.
Collapsing visitors assisted by doctor-turned-MP Scamps May 15, 2024 By Tom Ravlic Health Former GP turned MP says she has been asked to assist visitors who have collapsed in Parliament House, which has no onsite doctor available.
Premium Interviews Onsite medico is the ‘gold standard’ we need, Freelander says May 8, 2024 By Tom Ravlic Editors' Picks Federal MP and paediatrician Mike Freelander says his medical expertise was in demand in a building that few politicians could leave during sitting weeks.
Premium Insights and analysis How secure would Parliament House’s health service data be? May 7, 2024 By Tom Ravlic Editors' Picks There are fears that sensitive medical information held by Parliament House’s health services would be insecure in government systems.
Husar wants Parliamentary Services to put a doctor in the House May 5, 2024 By Tom Ravlic Federal Former MP Emma Husar adds to demands for the Department of Parliamentary Services to establish an onsite GP in Parliament House.
