Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
The head contractor on the Perth Children's Hospital project says it is complete, despite lead contamination issues.
Red tape tying down med-tech
The CSIRO says red tape is holding back Australia’s medical technology and pharmaceutical industry.
Experts want action on dust disease
Experts are rallying together to call for stronger regulations against black lung.
Australia slacking on fruit and veg
The CSIRO says four out of five Australian adults are not eating enough fruit and vegetables.
PTSD has physical side
Australian researchers say PTSD should not be seen as a purely psychological disorder.
Public-private swaps questioned
The Prime Minister’s department has loaned one of its top people to Bupa, the company that is likely to benefit the most from the NDIS.
UTI trigger spotted
Experts have identified a particular type of vaginal bacteria linked to recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Menstrual cycle mimicked on a chip
The 28-day human menstrual cycle has been mimicked using “organ-on-a-chip” technology.
Tech link lets paralysed man drink
A technological link between the brain and muscles has allowed a paralysed man to feed himself.
One-in-six missing jabs
Experts say up to 3.8 million Australian adults are missing out on free vaccinations each year.
Meth check finds rates rising
The National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program has revealed methylamphetamine is growing in prevalence across all regions of Australia.
Whistleblower ambo under review
NSW Ambulance is investigating a paramedic who raised concerns about the safety of patients.
'No Jab, No Play' could come to WA
The West Australian Government appears likely to introduce ‘no jab no play’ laws.
Autism blood check tested
A new blood test can determine if a child is on the autism spectrum with 96 per cent accuracy, according to American researchers.
Successful test of inhaled oxytocin
Monash researchers have created an inhalable form of oxytocin ...
Black mark for drug awareness
Health authorities are considering adding ‘black triangle’ warnings for drugs.
Footy fines for nasty knocks
Three rugby league teams have been handed concussion fines worth a total of $350,000.
'Liquid biopsy' to ease leukaemia
Australian researchers are working on a less invasive, more precise way to manage blood cancers.
Arthritis advance coming
There is “much to look forward to” for patients with rheumatoid arthritis, according to Australian experts.