Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Low mark in QLD diabetes sweep
Experts say there are serious deficiencies in diabetes management in Queensland public hospitals.
MDMA aids PTSD treatment
A Phase 3 clinical trial in the US shows therapy on ecstasy could treat severe PTSD.
Smooth moves block bacteria
Australian engineers have come up with a new antimicrobial surface that massively reduces bacteria build-up.
Experts probe Gap scheme
A five-year study of Australia's ‘Closing the Gap’ program suggests it is largely failing.
Suits upset at mental levy
Businesses are outraged at being made to fund mental health services in Victoria.
Victoria mulls pot reform
Politicians from ACT are informing Victorian MPs about the Territory’s cannabis laws.
Cheap sheets could replace retinas
Local experts are working on an organic, printable device to restore sight to the blind.
Nano-tech brings big boost
Researchers have found that nano-tech augmentations can massively increase the effectiveness of cystic fibrosis drugs.
Paramedic stress surveyed
A new report shows some Victorian paramedics are under stress levels akin to a mental disorder.
States struggle in delayed wave
State health ministers say they are facing the same wave of ill health arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.
'Mind-writing' makes amazing marks
New technology is helping paralysed people ‘write’ on a computer screen by just thinking about it.
Stem cells set on hidden disease
A new stem cell therapy is being developed for pelvic organ prolapse.
New model for vaccine tests
Melbourne researchers have come up with a new way to test Strep A vaccines.
Software blamed for big doses
A computer error in SA has seen some patients receive over 10 times the necessary amount of medication.
Bulk billing tweak for remote GPs
Up to $65 million will be spent to tackle GP shortages in remote and regional Australia.
Experts probe first clot claims
A new study sheds more light on the risk of rare blood clots from the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
SA assisted dying delayed
Votes on a bill to legalise euthanasia in South Australia have been delayed.
Shopping disorder defined
International experts in psychology have built a framework to diagnose Compulsive Buying-Shopping Disorder.
Mr Fluffy fund for residents
A $16 million government scheme has been created for victims of loose-fill asbestos.