Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - January, 2023
Law firms have joined forces to run a data breach complaint against private health insurer Medibank.
NDIS probe shows grim stats
A review has revealed thousands of reports of misconduct in disability group homes.
State sells prison health
Victoria has been criticised for outsourcing prison health care to private companies.
WMO shows hot stats
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has confirmed the past 8 years have been the warmest on record globally.
Anti-viral effects re-checked
A new study throws doubt on claims that molnupiravir can reduce COVID-19 hospital admissions.
Big codeine shift watched
Codeine consumption in Australia appears to have plunged after it was made prescription-only.
Emergency assist questioned
There is debate this week about the helpfulness of a new centre designed to relieve pressure on regional ER in Victoria.
Gene edit success seen
Advanced gene therapy appears to have cured a rare immune disease in all babies tested in recent trials.
Gut pain target spotted
Targeting a receptor responsible for the sense of touch and temperature could ease gut pain.