Canberra Script to provide real time prescription monitoring

Alex Crowe
Updated May 24 2021 - 12:09pm, first published 12:00pm
Minister for Health Rachel Stephen-Smith says a new drug resistry will help prevent "doctor shopping". Picture: Karleen Minney.
Minister for Health Rachel Stephen-Smith says a new drug resistry will help prevent "doctor shopping". Picture: Karleen Minney.

New prescription monitoring software will soon replace a registry in Canberra in preparation for a national system, at a cost of $2.1 million to taxpayers.

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Alex Crowe

Alex Crowe

Science and Environment Reporter

Alex covers science and environment issues, with a focus on local Canberra stories. alex.crowe@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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