Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - November, 2011
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIWH) has published a new report that shows an increase in the prevalence of lung cancer in women, while also showing that rates in men are trending downwards.
The Lung cancer in Australia: an overview report provides a comprehensive summary of national statistics in Australia.
‘The report shows the number of new lung cancers increased markedly in both sexes between 1982 and 2007,’ said AIHW spokesperson Chris Sturrock.
AIHW records high demand for hearing services in Indigenous population
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has released data that shows that almost 1,3000 children were referred for hearing health services as part of the child health checks in Northern Territory, with nearly 70 per cent of children receiving follow up services.
Federal Government outlines 'historic' payrise for carers
The Federal Government has outlined a $2 billion package that will aim to deliver an ‘historic pay rise’ to 150,000 of Australia’s lowest paid workers in social and community services sector, the majority of which are women.
Stem cell hope for Parkinson's sufferers
A team of research scientists at the University of Melbourne has pioneered a new technique using stem cells that could begin to the damage inflicted by Parkinson’s disease.
Victoria announces preferred bidder for cancer centre
The Victorian Government has announced Plenary Health as the preferred bidder for the construction of the state’s $1 billion new Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre (VCCC)
Figures show massive increase in diabetes
Figures released by Diabetes Australia show a ‘staggering’ increase in rates of diabetes, with over 250,000 Victorians living with the disease, and 73 new cases being diagnosed in the state daily.
Social media could be key to a healthy society
Researchers at Adelaide University are about to commence a two-year research study with the Lyell McEwin Hospital in Adelaide’s north that will aim to ascertain how social networks and new communication technologies influence behavior relating to health.
Visa and training doubt fuels medical student exodus
The University of Wollongong’s Pro Vice-Chancellor, Professor Don Iverson, has called for reform after claiming that international medical students are likely to head back overseas because of a shortage of training positions and uncertainty regarding achieving residency status.
NHMRC releases Clinical Practice Points on ADHD
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has published a public comment draft Clinical Practice Points (CPPs) on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents.
Federal Government announces new Indigenous health plan
The Federal Government has announced the formation of the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait island Health Plan, aimed at closing the gap in life expectancy and infant mortality between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Australians and the broader population.
Construction begins for ACT cancer centre
Construction has begun for the ACT’s $44.6 million Capital Region Cancer Centre, which will offer services to the ACT and surrounding regions of NSW.
Government passes hospital pricing authority legislation through lower house
The Federal Government has passed its Independent Hospital Pricing Authority (IHPA) legislation through the Federal Lower House.
Box Hill Hospital redevelopment starts
The Victorian Government has announced that construction of the $447.5 million Box Hill Hospital redevelopment has commenced.