Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Neuroscientists have found cells within the brain that control our circadian rhythms, the 24-hour processes behind sleep and wake cycles.
Call for focus on junior bones
In Australia, childhood arthritis is now as common as childhood diabetes, but there are very few experts or treatment options around.
Drug scheme moves on public input
Moves are underway to give the public a greater say in regard to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
New depression checks sought
Australian researchers are looking for new ways to properly identify and treat depression.
Online tool to fight waking menace
An innovative new program offers online treatment for people with insomnia, and is currently being trialled nationwide.
Study seeks genetic self-control
British scientists have discovered one way that the body keeps a lid on its DNA.
Gene found for speaking, thinking apes
German researchers have found a gene responsible for allowing the brain to develop fancy functions like speech and conscious thought.
Defence hit for hefty health IT bill
The new health database at the Department of Defence is $110 million over budget, plagued by shortcomings, and could shatter the department’s reputation.
Study plots risks for pharmacy vaccination
New research has moved pharmacists one step closer to giving vaccinations as part of their professional role.
Gene-editors cut sickle cell code
Researchers in the US have successfully corrected a genetic error in stem cells from patients with sickle cell disease, and then used those cells to grow healthy, mature red blood cells.
Queensland carers hurting at work
New statistics show that the ageing healthcare workforce is feeling the strain in its very bones.
Book puts hard word on men's cancer fears
Every week in Australia, three men will be diagnosed with male breast cancer.
Breast milk lined up for molecular check
Australian researchers say the incredible organisation of human breast milk molecules could be part of the reason it is so healthy for babies.
Metal hearts for the age of bionic organs
Australian medical engineers say they are on the verge of a breakthrough, after the transplant of a fully bionic heart.
Miniature missiles could be silver bullet
South Australian researchers are working on nanoscale ‘guided missiles’ to seek and destroy cancer cells.
Tech fund to find new spinal fusion
Researchers are working on a new surgical instrument to enable bone graft delivery during minimally invasive spinal fusion procedures.
Women report rampant sexism in surgery
A senior surgeon has shed an ugly light on gender equality in the medical profession.
Big business deal could hurt weakest
New analysis of a secret international trade deal has shown that the Federal Government could be about to put public health and personal wellbeing at risk.
Co-payment could go today
The media expects the Federal Government will soon dump its GP co-payment plan.
Drink tax could drive down addiction
A tax on sugar-sweetened drinks would be an effective way to improve the health of heavy consumers, new research shows.
Health sites suffer from low readability
Research shows Australian health web sites are too difficult for the average person to read.