Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - August, 2016
Combining virtual reality and treadmill training helps prevent falls in older adults, according to a new study.
Natural? Not always
A Heart Foundation survey says half the products with the words “nature” or “natural” on the label do not form part of a healthy diet.
Dutton dismisses new abuse
Disturbing signs of abuse have again emerged from an Australian government facility.
Insiders minimise NDIS glitch
Authorities have moved to minimise the fallout from a serious NDIS computer glitch.
Stem cell sites slammed
A new study shows advanced economies are hotbeds for direct-to-consumer marketing of stem cell therapies.
Chemist combination on the cards
Two local pharmacy giants have unveiled multi-billion-dollar merger plans.
Report slams ignorance as policy
Australia’s offshore detention polices deliberately ignore inhumane treatment, investigators say.
Rural towns want solid services
Inflexible government funding is depriving remote communities in NSW, according to one social services group.
Waste reveals WA drug use
Wastewater tests have revealed a lot about the private lives and habits of Perth.
Sick switch can increase infections
Research suggests sending sick staff home could make things worse.