Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Avian influenza has been detected at an egg farm near Meredith in western Victoria.
Rich drinkers shown in flows
Higher socioeconomic status correlates with greater alcohol consumption, new data from wastewater shows.
Organ lab opening
A new research hub is being created to advance the development of tiny, engineered organs.
AMA reacts to health spend
Lobbyists say Australia’s health sector is missing an opportunity for systemic change.
Food drives quick picks
Australian researchers have discovered that the human brain can differentiate between food and non-food items in about 1/10th of a second.
Pharmacy script power granted
The NSW Government is allowing pharmacists to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Script service hit for ransom
The government is investigating a ransomware data breach involving MediSecure, an electronic prescriptions provider.
Victoria backs biotech
The Victorian Government has announced a $5 million investment in the development of life-saving innovations.
Mind-reading tech tested
A new mind-reading device is capable of decoding words that people are thinking but not vocalising.
Health fund topped up
Researchers are invited to apply for a share in a new $160 million medical research fund.
SA switching to single model
Governments have introduced a new initiative aimed at addressing the shortage of doctors in rural and regional areas.
Suspension over lung failure
A provider has been suspended over substandard black lung testing for coal miners.
Big school gap surveyed
New research highlights severe underfunding for students with disabilities in Australian schools.
Prac pay announced
A new support payment will be offered for student placements in critical care fields.
PC probes My Health faults
The Productivity Commission has reviewed the underperformance of the $2 billion My Health Record (MHR) system.
Breach exposes health data
A major data breach has affected thousands of family violence and sexual assault victims.