Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Exercise appears to alter human brain chemistry to protect ageing synapses.
Jab fears drive parents
Anxiety about vaccine safety could be driving parents to seek information from other sources.
Pleasure boosts sex ed message
Including desire and pleasure in sex ed classes appears to encourage condom use.
Anenome studied for drug potential
A venomous Australian sea anemone may hold the secret to new life-saving drugs.
Strong effect from spinal treatment
Personalised spinal cord treatment has been able to restore motor function after complete paralysis in three men.
Brain database expanded
A collaborative Alzheimer's program is bringing together brain data from around the world.
Elder abuse calls increase
Reports of elder abuse appear to have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Peanut program looks promising
A new program should help children with peanut allergies go into remission.
Push to expose tampon contents
A campaign has been launched to make manufacturers list the contents of feminine hygiene products.
Tax changes for COVID tests
Tax legislation is set to be changed to make COVID-19 tests tax deductible for Australian individuals and exempt from fringe benefit tax (FBT) for businesses.
Placenta plastic reviewed
A Norwegian study has confirmed the presence of microplastics in the placenta and in newborns.
Ambo union calls for help
South Australian paramedics are speaking out against issues plaguing the state’s health sector.
Gas stove risks studied
Experts say cooking with gas comes with significant climate and health impacts.
Rare disorders caught in new test
The ‘heel prick test’ for babies could soon be used to spot three rare genetic disorders.
COPD linked to workplaces
European researchers say workplace exposure to pesticides is linked to a heightened risk of respiratory diseases.