Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - March, 2020
New research shows how media coverage can cause people to search for information on an epidemic, regardless of the actual threat level.
Surgery blitz to clear space
The Victorian Government is funding an elective surgery blitz ahead of the peak of the coronavirus pandemic.
New lab to boost discovery
One of Australia’s leading health labs has expanded with a new facility to fast-track medicines to patients.
Ambo assault bill appears
Prison terms could be handed out for assaults on emergency workers, under a new bill introduced in Victoria this week.
Wastewater gives illicit insight
Australia’s wastewater has given new insights into the nation’s drug consumption.
Authorities update virus advice
Australian work safety authorities are issuing advice on how to keep staff safe from COVID-19.
Call for more cord therapy
Australia has a huge database of donated stem cells that cannot legally be used, despite their effectiveness.
Insurance costs keep rising
A new report shows the cost of private health insurance is rising, but so are the exceptions.
Mesh payouts begin
Johnson & Johnson has been ordered to pay almost $2.6 million in damages to three women implanted with faulty pelvic mesh implants.
RANZCOG calls for equality
Health authorities have used International Women’s Day to argue for removing the cost of menstruation.
COVID costs could kill growth
The Treasury says COVID-19 could wipe $34 billion from Australia's economy this year.
Pollution costs top war
Air pollution appears to shorten people's lives more that wars, malaria, HIV/AIDS and smoking.
Remote scheme to stem 'glue ear'
With up to 90 per cent of Aboriginal children suffering from otitis media, or “glue ear”, a new research project is trying to improve the stakes.
Smart steps to avoid public panic
Experts say Australia has just a small window of opportunity to avoid hitting the panic button over COVID-19.
Adelaide hospital in gagging claim
Adelaide's Women's and Children's Hospital has been accused of gagging staff raising safety concerns.
Dispenser decline questioned
The threat of vandalism has seen hand soap removed from many public toilets, but the threat of COVID-19 could bring it back.
Hearing aids could fight decline
A new study finds wearing hearing aids may delay cognitive decline in older adults and improve brain function.
NDIS age cap questioned
Advocates are pushing for older people with disabilities to be covered by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Parents hit by vaccination glitch
Centrelink says an “IT error” has led to parents being wrongly accused of not immunising their children ...
PBS opens melanoma options
Thousands of Australians with advanced melanoma will soon be able to access more treatments ...