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Telehealth or telemedicine has a long history. Today is an open and constantly evolving science incorporating new technologies and responding and adapting to the needs of patients and societies.

Dr John Hewson will proudly open the 2020 ACNEM Online Conference: Environmental & Viral Disruptors. Dr Hewson says humans have increasingly caused significant harm to themselves and to the planet by prioritising economic and population growth over environmental and social consequences.

You are invited to what is arguably THE most important Event in ACNEM's almost 40-year history. We consider the need has never been greater. How we reduce the risks to ourselves, our families and ultimately our patients is a challenge ACNEM has accepted and we invite you to be part of this unique global event.

Melbourne air quality this week has been categorised as ‘hazardous’ by the Environmental Protection Agency, and regarded as worst in the world. Associate Professor Vicki Kotsirilos AM, a practicing general practitioner and expert in Environmental Medicine, shares her experience of how the bushfires have been affecting her patients in practice, and provides some useful guidance on how to protect ourselves.