Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - October, 2021
Experts are launching a nationwide pilot to trial new quality indicators in aged care.
Ambos raise system concerns
Victoria’s ambulance union says the state’s health system is being stretched to its limits.
Disturbing diabetes surveyed
Alarming rates of youth-onset type 2 diabetes have emerged among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in northern Australia.
Call for MRFF openness
Experts say the $20 billion Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) needs more scrutiny.
Cheap tech for cell studies
A new program could allow people to explore single cells in virtual reality for less than $10.
State reaches mental deal
The Victorian government says a new deal will see 800 jobs added to the state’s public mental health services.
New powers in pandemic bill
The Victorian Government has proposed new laws to tighten its pandemic powers.
COVID calculator goes live
Experts have launched a calculator to help people understand their risk factors for COVID-19 infection and vaccination.
Gene test for liver issue
A genetic risk test has been developed to predict alcohol-related cirrhosis of the liver.
Judge rejects 'apartheid' claim
A senior judge has slammed a Fair Work commissioner over claims vaccine mandates are a form of “medical apartheid”.
Pfizer effectiveness checked
A new study has found Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine can reach 90 per cent effectiveness at preventing infection in teens.
Pfizer profits probed
A consumer rights group has warned that pharmaceutical giant Pfizer has the power to “silence” governments.
School Delta data revealed
Researchers have revealed the data informing the return of students to classrooms in Victoria.
Faecal studies slammed
Researchers have blown the whistle on faecal transplant studies that may produce misleading and false positive results.
DNA taught to thwart membranes
Scientists have worked out how to program DNA robots to poke and prod cell membranes.
Health sector urged to go green
Experts say the Australian health sector can be a leader in fighting climate change.