Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
A massive new industry could open up in Australia following research on materials for the thinnest condom ever.
Severe shortage striking worldwide
Four billion people face severe water scarcity for at least one month a year, according to a new report.
Infant ears in bio-printing baby step
Biomedical engineers have unveiled a ground-breaking new device over ten years in the making.
$30 mil hospital clean up bill paid
A big funding boost has put Melbourne’s Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital redevelopment back on track.
Autism app for faster diagnosis
Important interventions could be made with the release of a mobile phone app for detecting autism.
Barnett blind to Fiona failings
West Australian Premier Colin Barnett says critics of Fiona Stanley Hospital (FSH) should stop complaining about what is “probably the best hospital in the southern hemisphere”.
SA wants waste opportunity
South Australia is lining itself up as the new home of nuclear waste in Australia.
Worm brain study spots handy proteins
Australian researchers have discovered a new mechanism for brain cell repair.
New app dares kids to seek help
An innovative new program has taken ‘Truth or Dare’ to a whole new level.
Sexuality in schools deemed
Conservative outrage is bubbling at news that children are being taught about sexual orientation and transgender issues at school.
Mind-control implant lands in Melbourne
Australian researchers have unveiled a stunning new device that could change the world for paraplegics.
Coal miner slugged with fire safety case
Worksafe Victoria is bringing charges against Hazelwood Power Corporation over a long-running coal mine fire that smothered the town of Morwell.
Energy drinks linked to off-beats
As people continue to quaff high levels of caffeine-filled energy drinks, experts are looking at what the effect might be.
Health staff speak out on violent ERs
Hospital security guards want enhanced powers before more blood is spilled.
Hospital fly-through gives helpful view
Authorities have given an update on the new Perth Children's Hospital (PCH), which they say is on track to open at the end of this year.
Mosquito measures stretched
Authorities are setting up a rapid testing centre for Zika virus in North Queensland.
Science cuts strike at Australia's future
There is a lot of concern about the future of Australian science and technology, with hundreds of jobs cut from the leading government organisation.
Doctors reel at public health deal
Tasmanian doctors may be forced to take industrial action over a Government decision it says will wrongly divert “precious” public health dollars.
Green light for human gene swipe
Regulators in the UK have approved genetic experiments on human embryos – the latest step in better understanding and controlling reproduction.
SA team chasing Zika vaccine
Australian medical experts are working on a vaccine for Zika virus, as cases continue to rise.
AMA warns of health cut crisis
The AMA says Federal funding cuts are making it harder for hospitals to meet growing patient demand and to reach significant performance goals.