Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Wollongong is set to have Australia’s first hospital for women with trauma caused by domestic and sexual violence.
Night shift effects checked
Experts say night shifts are linked to worse health in women as they age.
Stats show state strain
Figures have been released showing the enormous strain on the Victorian health system caused by the COVID-19 omicron wave.
Big PPE deals unpicked
Questions have been raised about how Aspen Medical was able to secure $1 billion in government PPE contracts...
STEM boards open fields
Australian researchers have developed customised circuit boards to help encourage STEM knowledge...
Face feelings mapped
New research suggests the shape of a person’s face could affect how aggressive they look.
States unite in health push
The states and territories are pushing federal politicians over public hospital funding.
Disease scanners shrinking
A new, microscopic imaging device could allow diagnosis of diseases on a smartphone.
Implant coating advanced
Australian researchers are working on a new antimicrobial coating to improve implants.
Blood-brain break revealed
Fungal meningitis appears to spread by blocking and bursting blood vessels.
Climate to drive virus links
Climate change is predicted to increase the transmission of viruses from animals to humans.
Labor seeks myGov review
The Federal Government’s myGov online services platform could be up for a major review.
NSW seeks board balance
The NSW Government has imposed gender targets on board positions for state owned corporations.
WA reviews COVID site
The WA Government is working out what to do with its purpose-built COVID isolation facility.
DNA ingredients drift in space
Scientists have found new evidence that life on Earth came from meteorites.
COVID mental effect checked
Researchers have looked at the effects of Victoria’s strict COVID-19 lockdowns on mental health.
Local drug boost suggested
Experts say it is time for Australia to step up as a drug and vaccine manufacturer.