Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - June, 2024
In 2019, alcohol was responsible for the deaths of 2.6 million people, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
New centre for health threats
A new initiative is aimed at enhancing the health sector's resilience against cyber threats.
Sleep linked to Alzheimer's effects
Getting more than six hours of quality sleep each night may help prevent or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, experts say.
Vape change takes effect
The Albanese Government's vaping reforms, which it describes as “world leading”, officially come into effect today.
NDIA gifts slammed
The National Disability Insurance Agency is under scrutiny over ethical breaches and procurement deficiencies.
Social media harms reviewed
A new study suggests that social media use may contribute to an increase in mental health issues such as depression and anxiety among young people.
Tech fail claimed in Medibank hack
Medibank's failure to implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) could have led to the data breach that exposed ...
Ultrasound drives drug delivery
Researchers have developed a method to deliver drugs precisely to targeted parts of the body using ultrasound.
Pollution worse for patients
New research finds air pollution significantly impacts heart disease and mortality rates among cancer patients.
ACCC raises chemist concerns
The ACCC has raised preliminary competition concerns over a planned Sigma-Chemist Warehouse merger.
Dialysis delivered for remote need
A new dialysis unit is enhancing treatment access for First Nations in one of the most remote parts of Australia.
LifeFlight eyes state future
Queensland's LifeFlight, a critical aeromedical service, is celebrating its 45th anniversary with plans for significant expansion.
Language purpose probed
Experts have reflected on whether language is developed as a tool for thought or for communication.
New sources in antibiotic sweep
Researchers have counted nearly a million potential sources of antibiotics in nature.
Gut pill tests coming
Engineers have created a vitamin-pill-sized monitor for the body’s microbiome.
Animal translation tracked
Research shows only 1 in 20 therapies tested on animals make it to human trials.
Birthing on Country backed
The NSW Government is funding the state’s first Birthing on Country program.
Health study money open
A $160 million medical research program in NSW could uncover the next big health breakthrough.