Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - February, 2021
New research suggests a potential therapeutic use for ketamine.
State creating turbine noise laws
The Victorian Government may soon require wind farms to apply for permits to produce turbine noise.
SA schools get sanitary products
Free sanitary products will be available in all South Australian public schools from 2021.
Locals keen for gene edits
Australians have reported a high level of optimism about the new field of synthetic biology.
Federal benefit for hotel system
Experts say that a national approach to COVID-19 quarantines could bring some major benefits.
Genetic insurance rules reviewed
A moratorium on the use of genetic test results in life insurance underwriting is coming up for review.
Jab training available
The Federal Government has announced a new training program for Australia’s first COVID-19 vaccine.
New guides for child head knocks
Experts have created new clinical guidelines to diagnose and manage mild to moderate head injuries in children.
NSW riddled with regional issues
An inquiry into regional health services in NSW has heard of tragic shortages in under-served areas.
Hateful 'therapy' banned in Vic.
A bill banning LGBTIQ+ conversion therapy has passed Victoria's Upper House.
Booze plans falling short
An expert review has found some gaps in local government responses to alcohol-related harm.
Bacteria bend around antibiotics
New research shows bacteria can change their physical shape to avoid antibiotics.