Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
The Federal Government wants to use high-tech data analysis to cut the number of people on welfare.
DNA test to predict transplant failure
A new technique developed in Australia could help predict the likelihood of kidney transplant rejection.
High rates show unhealthy gaps
A new report says the high rate of hospitalisation for treatable conditions in some areas shows Australia’s health system is failing many.
NHMRC looks at gender selection
A National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) review panel is looking at letting parents use IVF to choose the gender of their child.
Risks rise for low iron mums
A third of pregnant women have iron deficiency, according to new research.
Mental map hits new definition
A new study has identified nearly 100 previously unknown parts of the brain.
NT council takes big steps on breastfeeding
The Darwin council of Palmerston has voted in favour of putting “breastfeeding friendly” stickers and signs up in the local library and other government spaces.
Hard hit from ship emissions
Air pollution from shipping emissions in East Asia alone leads to to tens of thousands of premature deaths a year.
Black lung response questioned
Experts have claimed that Australian medical professionals need to be better trained to read X-rays.
Border Force fails on asbestos arrival
Asbestos is still being used in building products on Australian sites, and experts want a serious response.
Faecal diversity detailed
Faecal transplants are becoming more common in the treatment of human gut problems, but there is still some mystery as to what the wondrous poop pills actually contain.
Leading lab gets VP's praise
US Vice President Joe Biden has toured one of Australia’s top cancer centres.
TPP held up by Australian desires
One of the biggest roadblocks to the passage of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA) has criticised Australian pharmaceutical companies.
Alzheimer's amyloid target hit
Australian researchers have helped take the latest step towards a vaccine for Alzheimer’s.
Sweet study shows artificial effect
Consuming artificial sweeteners can trick the brain into over-eating.
AIDs fading fast
Australia’s top scientists have declared “the end of AIDS” as a public health issue in Australia.
Blood test could cut chemo needs
Australian researchers have designed a blood-based screening test in the hoping of reducing ‘futile’ chemotherapy.
DIY brain boosts decried
Australians have helped put a new mark on the scale of ‘Things-You-Shouldn’t-Need-Scientists-To-Tell-You’.
New clinic to fill jab gaps
A special clinic will specifically target children who are not vaccinated due to complex medical conditions.
Medibank responds to tax glitch
Medibank Private has apologised for a computer glitch that has affected payments for millions of its customers.