Health plan launched in WA
AAP
The federal government has set aside $56.3 million for regional health and hospital services in Western Australia.
Federal cabinet is meeting in Perth on Tuesday ahead of Saturday's WA Senate election re-run.
Federal Health Minister Peter Dutton said new agreements would provide extra funds for kidney dialysis treatment, pathology and dental care.
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The renal dialysis program will provide services in regional areas including Kimberley, Pilbara, Goldfields and Midwest.
Pathology labs in Bunbury, Narrogin and Collie hospitals will be upgraded at a cost of $7 million.
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