Archived News for Health Sector Professionals

A fifth case of black lung in Queensland coal workers has been confirmed, leading some to suggest there could be many more.

Techno toilet lets good ideas flow

British engineers have come up with a new design for one of the world’s most common inventions – the toilet.

Baby virus risk largely missed

Studies say most pregnant women have never heard of a virus now considered the leading non-genetic cause of disability in newborns.

Experts sound out new wave of vaccine

Australian researchers have started the year on a high note, with the creation of an entirely new type of sound wave.

Insurance inquiry finds lack of information

A new survey suggests just half of the Australians who take out private health insurance actually understand what their policy covers.

Space talks forecast future issues

A futuristic summit in Adelaide has seen experts gather to better understand the medical risks associated with space travel.

Triple helix takes cancer fight further

Exciting research at MIT could be a new way to combat cancer.

Worm war nearly over

The world has never fully eradicated a parasite, but with the help of former US president Jimmy Carter, it could be set to do just that.

'Light' options heavy on carbon

New research has shown that on a per-calorie basis, the carbon emissions from the production of fruit and vegetables can be much higher than for meat.

Payback ordered from former union figure

Former federal MP Craig Thomson has been ordered to pay $458,000 for breaching the Fair Work Act.

Chinese pill check finds odd additions

New research has found that some widely-available traditional Chinese medicines are laced with pharmaceuticals, heavy metals and even endangered animals.

Farm study shows health hinged on weather

A new study has shown the mental health strain that climate change can bring for Australian workers.

New group for diabetes workers' concerns

A new society has been formed to give a voice to primary healthcare professionals on the frontline of the fight against diabetes.

Exciting find busts one source of Alzheimer's

A new study could help destroy a possible cause of Alzheimer’s.

ADHC workers take to NSW streets

New South Wales ageing, disability and home care (ADHC) workers have rallied ahead of potential strike action.

Chinese response won't stop strangling cities

Beijing has issued its first-ever red alert for pollution, with a new blanket of choking smog about to descend on the city.

E-cig study spots known risk

Harvard researchers have found traces of potentially harmful substances in the vapour emitted by electronic cigarettes.

Blood spot-check set to sell

A quick and easy new blood-type test is near the end of its journey from high-tech Australian laboratories to the market.

'Ice' money restores recent shortfall

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull says he has invested $300 million in the drug treatment sector as a response to the recent ‘ice’ taskforce.

'No fill' for teeth tested over years

An Australian study has revealed that tooth decay can be stopped, reversed, and prevented without the need for the traditional ‘fill and drill’ approach that has dominated dental care for decades.