Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Women's health groups have secured better menstrual health education to raise awareness about endometriosis.
Doctors face safety sweep
The Medical Board of Australia says it will crack down on dangerous doctors.
NDIS survey shows growing issues
A survey of NDIS providers shows many are struggling to keep up ...
Blood tests funded for PFAS town
The Federal Government has finally announced blood tests will be offered to Katherine residents affected by toxic firefighting foam.
Cancer drug could help HIV
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.