JOY Drive

8 Apr 2025

Dr Jialing Lin: My Medicare

Consumer Affairs, Government & Organisations, Health, Politics

The Australian Government launched MyMedicare in October 2023, promising better health outcomes by encouraging Australians to stick with a regular GP and clinic. The idea is simple: build a relationship with your doctor, improve continuity of care, and, in return, get access to longer telehealth appointments and better chronic disease support.

But so far, just 10% of patients have signed up. Why the hesitation? And what can we learn from countries doing it better?

Guest: Dr Jialing Lin, Research Fellow at the International Centre for Future Health Systems at UNSW Sydney

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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22 Feb 2026

Leo Stubbing: New Music from Hilary Duff , Leigh-Anne and Lana Del Rey

Music, Popular Culture

Hilary Duff is back with her first album in a decade, Leigh-Anne steps out independently with her solo debut, and ...

22 Feb 2026

Laureate Professor Clare Collins: Coffee and Blood Pressure

Diet and Nutrition, Health, Personal Safety, Popular Culture, Science & Medicine

Coffee can cause a short-term rise in blood pressure, yet large-scale research suggests it may not increase long-term hypertension risk ...

22 Feb 2026

Dr Jeremie Bracka: Victoria’s LGBTQIA+ Hate Crimes Inquiry

Government & Organisations, History, Law, LGBTIQA+ Community, News & Politics, Society & Culture

Victoria’s new inquiry into LGBTQIA+ hate crimes marks a significant moment for accountability and prevention. Dr Jeremie Bracka explains why ...