More now on the Director-General of Health's recommendation to suspend the use of surgical mesh to treat urinary incontinence.
An organisation that represents obstetricians and gynaecologists is standing behind the decision - but it hopes the pause will be lifted as soon as possible.
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists has advised its members to comply while procedures for training and credentialing are improved.
They say there are a range of alternative treatments available and those experiencing symptoms should continue to seek help.
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists spokesperson Dr Sue Fleming spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
