Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - November, 2023
Research has revealed high early detection rates of breast cancer, but socio-economic disparities persist.
Council sales questioned
NSW Local Government Minister Ron Hoenig has expressed concerns over a potential “fire sale” of assets by Kiama Municipal Council.
DNA mixed for new monkey
Chinese researchers have successfully achieved the live birth of a chimaeric monkey, using cells from multiple embryos.
Phage tools to fight AMR
Australian researchers are seeking new ammunition for fighting ‘germ warfare’ in humans.
Synthetic genome completed
Australian researchers have created the world’s first entirely synthetic genome.
ADHD report shows issues
A Senate report urges national consistency in ADHD diagnosis and treatment.
Spine tech boosts movement
Neuroprosthesis has been used to enhance mobility for a Parkinson's patient.
Cochlear compo opened
Compensation claims have been made over Cochlear implant issues at SA’s Women's and Children's Hospital.
Neurons teach rapid learning
For the first time, a physical neural network has been shown to learn and remember ‘on the fly’.
ACT drug laws change
The ACT has become the first jurisdiction in Australia to decriminalise small quantities of illicit drugs.