Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - December, 2020
A bill to decriminalise small amounts of MDMA, heroin, ice and other drugs will soon be introduced in the ACT.
Eye drug tops countdown
The official list of the top ten prescription drugs used by Australians in 2019/2020 has been released.
Genes used to restore eye nerves
Researchers have used gene therapy to regenerate damaged optic nerve fibres.
Turbine syndrome re-studied
Researchers have taken another look at whether wind ‘farm’ turbine noise in the environment can affect sleep and wellbeing of nearby residents.
Remote food issues reported
A parliamentary inquiry has found food security is a constant concern for many remote Indigenous communities.
Report slams aged response
A Senate report has found the Morrison government is to blame for aged care failures during the COVID-19 pandemic.
March mooted for local jabs
With COVID-19 vaccinations on the way for the US and UK, Australian authorities say locals must wait a little bit longer.
NHMRC backs new views
New funds have been provided for a range of potentially ground-breaking studies.
Climate risks extend to rich
A new report finds no country – whether rich or poor – is immune from the health impacts of worsening climate change.
High Court backs neglect cases
Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton is trying to stop asylum seekers suing the Federal Government for neglect.