Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - September, 2021
Doctors are now urging the Federal Government to take on stronger climate change targets.
Synchronised minds studied
New research shows people unconsciously synchronise bodily functions when they share an experience.
Passport tech questioned
Tech experts say Australia is heading for a patchwork vaccine passport system that may not meet international standards.
'Mu' strain in vaccine claim
The COVID-19 ‘Mu’ variant is on the rise, leading some to ask whether the world’s response will change.
AIHW measures COVID effects
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has released a new report into the broad health effects of COVID-19 on Australians so far.
Firms urge plain language
Drug companies have come together to urge plain language in medical journals.
Microsoft studies home shift
Researchers from tech giant Microsoft are studying how working from home can change the workplace.
UK scraps passport plan
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has ditched the UK’s COVID-19 vaccine passport plan just days after it was announced.
ALGA urges dedicated DV staff
Advocates want dedicated domestic violence prevention officers in local government.
Tehan backs vax waiver
Australia will support the waiving of intellectual property (IP) protections for COVID-19 vaccines.
Split views on vax models
Analysts are picking apart the Federal Government’s much-lauded Doherty modeling.
Cells traced to first split
Researchers say they can now trace the cells of a 78-year-old back to where it all began.
Passports loom in states' way out
Australia’s major population centres have given hints of what the future “vaccine economy” will look like.
Remote stroke tool saves time
Technology is improving rural NSW residents’ access to high level stroke care.
UK baulks at healthy jabs
The UK’s vaccine advisory body has raised some concerns about vaccinating children.
Major incidents hit SA hospitals
Authorities are warning the SA’s health system is under serious strain, and may not cope with a COVID-19 outbreak.