Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
WA declaration questioned
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner has questioned WA’s ongoing use of state of emergency powers.
Robo-fingers improved
International researchers say they have successfully developed a human-like sense of touch for robots.
IVF shift backed
The federal Senate has voted to allow the passing of Maeve’s law, which legalises mitochondrial donation involving a third human’s DNA in IVF.
LNP to 'honour' aged care pay rise
Aged care bodies and unions want the Coalition to match Labor’s pledge for wage rises.
New guide for NSW implants
New guidelines have been issued for doctors performing breast implant surgery in NSW.
siRNA fights fat protein
An RNA-based treatment has been used to lower levels of a dangerous cholesterol-carrying protein.
Full genome completed
Researchers have published details of the first ever complete, gapless sequence of a human genome.
Bequest boosts autism centre
La Trobe University has received a large philanthropic donation to advance its autism research program.
Key brain switch flicked
Researchers have worked out how to switch off a part of the brain linked to debilitating neurodegenerative disorders.
New deal for flying doctors
This week's federal budget should include $1 billion over 10 years for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Safety case against QLD service
A major regional health service in Queensland is facing charges over alleged failure to protect its staff.
Thousands welcome PBS listing
There is new hope for cystic fibrosis sufferers as a groundbreaking new drug is added to the PBS.
Call for better eating schemes
Experts say smarter and more targeted approaches to eating disorders are needed.
Scientists report COVID backlash
Over a third of the COVID-19 researchers in a recent survey never experienced harassment until the pandemic began.
Bug wings shred bacteria
The bacteria-shredding wings of insects have inspired new antibacterial packaging.
Blood study shows shift
Australia’s blood supply faces challenges, as fewer first time donors have negative blood types.
COVID drove negative posts
New research shows negativity on social media rose dramatically in Australia at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.