Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - August, 2024
New research looks at how a mental health diagnosis can change the way people are perceived.
IVF issue settled
Monash IVF has settled a $56 million class action lawsuit over faulty genetic testing that destroyed ...
Shingles jabs rise to new peak
Expanded access to the shingles vaccine has led to a record surge in vaccinations.
Anti-violence assessed
Some serious challenges have been revealed in Australia's fight against gender-based violence.
Long COVID bill lingers
Long COVID cost the Australian economy nearly $10 billion in 2022, new analysis shows.
Gamers report mental lift
A survey suggests that playing video games may contribute positively to mental health.
Coal fire effects continue
A new study shows the lung health impact from the Hazelwood mine fire persists years later.
Overdose implant tested
Researchers are testing an implant that can detect heroin overdose and administer a drug to reverse it.
Head knock effects linger
Research shows that even mild concussions can have long-lasting consequences on brain health.
Mpox variant causes concern
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an ‘mpox’ global health emergency.
Councils call for better hospital
Three regional councils in north-east Victoria are calling for an immediate halt to the $558 million redevelopment of Albury Hospital.
Local science direction detailed
The Albanese Government has unveiled its new National Science Statement.
Ventilation lessons studied
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the essential role of indoor air quality in preventing the spread of airborne pathogens.
H5N1 infections probed
Experts have reviewed the cases of two dairy farm workers who contracted the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain of bird flu.
Pollution impacts people's mood
Researchers are using a new measurement to show how a person’s mood or affect fluctuates with daily changes in air pollution.
Shorten keen for NDIS change
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has expressed optimism that the Senate will pass a bill designed to reform ...