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How well does Australia control the promotion of therapeutic goods?

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Dr Ken Harvey

Yesterday, I gave an invited presentation to TGA staff in Canberra (and elsewhere by video-link).  I reviewed how well Australia had implemented the 2007 World Health Assembly’s (WHA) Resolution 60.16: “Wishing to promote evidence-based rational use of medicines by providers and consumers, … Continue reading →

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Medicines Australia Transparency Working Group Releases Reports

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Dr Ken Harvey

The documents, “Principles for transparency” and “Transparency model consultation and discussion document” are now available. For comment see: Harvey K. Slow path to transparency. MJA Insight, July 1, 2013. https://www.mja.com.au/insight/2013/24/ken-harvey-slow-path-transparency Coleman J. GPs will gain from greater transparency. 6 Minutes Q&A, July … Continue reading →

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Australian Skeptic National Convention December 1-2, 2012

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Dr Ken Harvey

I was delighted to be able to contribute to this excellent program: In a panel discussion with colleagues, “Active Skepticism: An Evidence-Based Approach to Medical Treatment” and A talk titled, “Confessions of a Serial Complainant: Why Take On the Therapeutic … Continue reading →

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Swisse Vitamins highlights the failure of industry self-regulation

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Dr Ken Harvey

Published in “The Conversation”, 19 April, 2012, see: http://theconversation.edu.au/swisse-vitamins-highlights-the-failure-of-industry-self-regulation-6535 by

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Consumer input in Medicines Australia’s code of conduct review.

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Dr Ken Harvey

Published in “The Conversation”, 16 April, 2012, see: http://theconversation.edu.au/consumer-input-in-medicines-australias-code-of-conduct-review-6370 by

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Complementary Medicine Regulation Reform Suggestions

Posted on June 5, 2011 by Dr Ken Harvey

My submission to the TGA Working Group on Complementary Medicine Regulation Reform as a representative of:     Problem It is alleged that some sponsors are not aware of the regulatory issues concerning complementary medicines including the Therapeutic Goods Advertising … Continue reading →

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