Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - October, 2013
Neuroscientists have shown that virtually all primates follow a particular genetic code for brain development, showing humans are not the sole keepers of high-order brain functions for planning, complex decisions and speech.
First-year nurses get their heads around mental health
Nursing students at the University of Adelaide have had a mental-health rotation added to their first year of study in an effort to create a more holistic approach to training and treatment.
Minister speaks up as ambo's claims keep ramping
Victoria’s Health minister has lashed out again at the state’s ambulance union, accusing it of misrepresenting waiting times at hospitals on numerous occasions.
Poll shows hundreds of GPs routinely sexually harassed
A survey in the latest Medical Journal of Australia holds the concerning finding that more than half of female doctors report being sexually harassed by patients.
Study speeding skepticism on ADHD pill
The Australian Medical Association has called for an in-depth analysis of an ADHD drug, after its use was linked to increased risk of suicide.
Uni's probe could impact mining health law
Queensland Universities have undertaken a study which could change the future of mining and environmental considerations in the state.
WA Health in outbreak of ICT cost-cutting
Western Australian Government departments are continuing on their warpath towards budgetary savings, this time hacking away at the health sector’s IT spending.
DNA database tapped for disaster help
Australia’s DNA database for police investigation is being expanded so it can help plot family lines after crime and disasters.