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Dr Hambleton, ABC 24, 3 April 2012 Dr Hambleton comments on claims that Australia's anti-drug campaigns have not worked and warrant a new direction. He says it is time to have a debate about illicit drugs. AMA Federal Council 21 March 2012 - 12:00pmThe Federal AMA is governed by its Federal Council, a body of 34 Board members who represent Craft Groups, Special Interest Groups, Areas and States/Territories. The primary functions of the Federal Council are the formulation of policies on issues of concern to the profession and governance of the Association. Should the AMA develop its own schedule of fees to support the PCEHR? 24 February 2012 - 10:15am* Yes * No Election of Executive Officers 7 February 2012 - 3:00pmCall for nominations Be delivered by 1.00pm (AEST) Friday 11 May 2012. Join the AMA 1 December 2011 - 12:00pmThe AMA is the peak representative and advocacy body for all registered medical practitioners and medical students in Australia. AMA membership ensures that your professional interests are effectively represented to governments, the broader profession, the public, and the media by the most influential, credible, and independent voice in the health sector at both the Federal and State levels. AMA membership provides Federal and State/Territory political representation, political and professional lobbying, media commentary, public health advocacy, workplace representation and advice, industrial relations expertise, and craft group representation. AMA membership provides you with a professional network that will support you and stay with you for your career and your life. Do you think mandatory detention is harmful to the health - especially the mental health - of asylum seekers? 22 August 2011 - 1:30pm* Yes * No |