Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - January, 2019
A new trial will see palliative care patients treated with psilocybin to reduce anxiety about their deaths.
Scientists watch mice make memories
New research has investigated how our brains turn experiences into memory.
Bupa home sanctioned for safety risks
Bupa has seen its ninth aged care home sanctioned in 12 months over ‘severe risk’ to residents.
Experts urge exposure
Experts say all infants should have egg and peanuts introduced to their diet in their first year of life.
Nicotine seen in e-cig fluid
A new study found six out of ten ‘nicotine-free’ e-cigarette liquids in fact contained nicotine.
Wide net cast for mental health help
The Tasmanian Health Service (THS) has been criticised for sending staff oversees to recruit new workers.
AI trained for facial diagnosis
Researchers have taught artificial intelligence to identify rare genetic syndromes from photos of the face.
Mental health funding renewed
The Federal Government has announced a $47 million funding renewal for youth mental health service headspace.
Syphilis response seen as "failure"
The Australian Medical Association says attempts to control syphilis in remote communities have been a “total failure”.
Ansell reviews abuse claims
Ansell is investigating allegations one of its major suppliers is abusing worker rights.
Organ issues discussed
Experts say an organ donor ‘opt-out only’ policy could mean fewer transplants.
Healthy soil shows superbug promise
Research has found Irish soil thought to have medicinal properties appears to carry superbug-busting potential.
DNA reveals ancient origins
Experts hope new investigations into ancient DNA can enable the return of Aboriginal remains to the lands from which they came.
Health data used in QLD drug thefts
An inquiry has found patients’ personal details have been used to steal drugs in Queensland hospitals.