Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Regulations aimed at ensuring the safety for remote nurses have been criticised by the very nurses they are meant to protect.
Asbestos triggers talc recall
Johnson & Johnson has recalled a batch of its baby powder in the US after government testing found trace amounts of asbestos in a bottle bought online.
Key CF drugs listed
Two new medicines for patients with cystic fibrosis are being listed on the PBS.
Latrobe report backed
A review has found Victoria's Latrobe Regional Hospital mental health staff are often under limited supervision.
New plan for osteo issues
The Federal Government has launched a national action plan for osteoporosis.
PFAS cases loom
A high-profile lawyer has been flown into Australia as a new list of PFAS-contaminated sites emerges.
SA ICAC calls for more funding
South Australia's corruption watchdog is “very confident” there is corruption in the state's health department ...
Condoms could cut carbon
Experts say effective contraception could reduce future greenhouse gas emissions.
Water study shows wealthy waste
An analysis of wastewater has revealed socioeconomic links to diet and drug consumption.
Endometriosis costs plotted
A new study has found endometriosis costs each sufferer around $31,000 per year.
Medevac repeal resisted
Authorities want senators to block the government's bid to repeal medical evacuation legislation for refugees.
Slip, slop, slap, success
The Sun Smart program which told us all to Slip, Slop, Slap to reduce the rates of skin cancer, seems to have worked.
CASA urged to ease up on Angels
A Senate committee has recommended authorities relax maintenance requirements for aircraft involved in medical charity flights.
No action over slug shutdown
A Melbourne council has dropped all charges against a catering business that was shut down over a slug in its kitchen.
Nobel for cell studies
Three scientists have been jointly awarded a Nobel Prize for their discoveries of how cells sense and adapt to different oxygen levels.
Vaping deaths investigated
Authorities in the US have added to their tally of vaping-related illnesses.
Codeine switch reviewed
Stats show the move to prescription-only codeine in Australia has seen a 50 percent reduction in the monthly rate of codeine-related poisoning calls.
Home service investigated
The National Home Doctor Service is being investigated over its doctors' Medicare billing.
Millions more for marijuana
The federal government has announced $3 million for studies into how cannabis can be used to help treat cancer pain and other side effects.
Robo-suit tested
A paralysed man has used a four-limb exoskeleton controlled by his brain to walk once more.