Australia earmarks $51 million for training of more doctors, health workers
Australia earmarks $51 million for training of more doctors, health workers
By eGov Innovation Editors | Jun 1, 2011
QUEENSLAND -- The Australian government website reported that $51 million will be invested into 35 capital projects in Queensland to improve clinical education and training.
Australia's Minister for Health and Ageing Nicola Roxon said the first 20 projects consist of new training facilities at Universities, hospitals and health care facilities, as well as new equipment such as simulation equipment, dental chairs and video conferencing facilities.
“These infrastructure projects will enable us to train more doctors, nurses and allied health professionals in places where we need them,” said Roxon.
He added that 50 percent of the projects will deliver vital infrastructure to rural and regional Australia, including construction of new clinical training facilities and student accommodation for rural students.
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