Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Researchers have found evidence that a cancer drug may be able to eradicate HIV-infected cells in humans.
Diet-psychosis link outlined
New research reiterates the link between body and mind, or in this case – nutrition and psychosis.
DNA trained to duplicate strains
Scientists have created entirely new biological compounds using a man-made genetic code.
SA boosts rural safety
South Australia has passed new safety laws for nurses and other health professionals.
TGA bans mesh implants
Transvaginal mesh products used to treat pelvic organ prolapse have been banned.
Voluntary dying passes in Victoria
Victoria has passed its voluntary assisted dying bill, making euthanasia legal from 2019.
Allergen attacks high
New research suggests adolescents with food allergies are experiencing frequent allergic reactions ...
App brings AI to mental assessments
A new digital system has been launched with the ambitious goal to change the way Australia’s mental health care system operates.
Doctors call for jail age increase
Doctors have joined a push to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14 years old.
New scheme spreads DVOs
The new National Domestic Violence Order Scheme (NDVOS) has come into effect.
Sugar group pulls sweet deception
Researchers say they have found proof that the sugar industry withheld evidence of the health effects of sucrose nearly 50 years ago.
Big money for heart studies
A landmark investment has been made in research to prevent and treat cardiometabolic diseases.
HSU trial continues
Former Health Services Union boss Kathy Jackson has pleaded not guilty to misuse of union funds.
AMA wants Manus access
The AMA wants access to the hundreds of asylum seekers and refugees languishing on Manus Island.
Gov. told to take action on tobacco
Experts say governments should not be afraid to sue tobacco companies for their enormous cost to health systems.
Headspace chief looks ahead
A mental health expert has described ways to improve Australia’s one-stop youth centre – Headspace.
Oxytocin plays protective role
Researchers say they have found a second function for oxytocin in the brain.
Brains balloon during learning
Neuroscientists have watched the brain grow and shrink as lessons become engrained functions.
Nanotech hub has big plans
A new research collaboration has been launched to develop the next generation of sensitive, portable disease and drugs tests.