Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
More than 1,900 WA government workers have missed a deadline to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Mitochondrial donation backed
Parliament has legalised mitochondrial donation, allowing women to give birth without passing on a genetic disease.
AZ clots studied
Scientists believe they may have found a molecular mechanism behind the rare blood clots linked to adenovirus COVID-19 vaccines, such as AstraZeneca’s.
Billions risked by blood pressure
Reducing rates of high blood pressure by just a quarter could save 37,000 lives and $34.3 billion, experts say.
TGA backs under-12 regime
The TGA has provisionally approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 5 to 11-year-olds.
Student struggles studied
Researchers say around a third of first year university students have or develop moderate to severe anxiety and/or depression.
Ambo report shows dark culture
Ambulance Victoria has promised changes after a report revealed its culture of disrespect, bullying and sexism.
NT stats show health risk
Northern Territory authorities say the healthcare sector is one of the most dangerous to work in.
Killing stations could save lives
Retiring the world's worst power stations could save six million lives.
Endometriosis costs jobs
A new report finds women are losing their jobs at a high rate due to endometriosis.
Experts urge vaping discretion
Researchers say doctors should be cautious about prescribing vaping to help quit smoking.
Warning over FSANZ shift
Experts warn that Australia’s food standard system is being taken away from health authorities.
Councils back GP campaign
Queensland councils want a focus on attracting more doctors to regional areas.
Ancient motherhood re-imagined
New research upends old assumptions about the high death rate of babies in ancient societies.
Dietary emissions modelled
The diets of human males appear to be worse for the environment than the female diet.
Arrest over GP attack allegations
A Queensland man has been charged after allegedly assaulting a GP who would not issue a COVID-19 vaccine exemption.
Angioedema drug joins PBS
A new drug has been added to the PBS for a rare and potentially deadly condition.
Extra jabs expected
Vaccine booster shots may be required within one year to maintain efficacy above 50 per cent, experts say.